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Linum lewisii

Blue Flax

Plant photo of: Linum lewisii
Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer:

 

Description

Annual that grows quickly to 2' x 2'. Its long stems are bluish-gray, and the narrow leaves help make this the perfect background for lovely, bright blue flowers that appear in spring. Reseeds readily. Needs partial shade. Sow seeds in fall for great spring color.

 

Plant Type

Annual

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Blue

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Tropical, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Entry, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, Roadside, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.