{"product_id":"blue-flax","title":"Linum Seeds - Blue Flax","description":"\u003cp\u003e60-90 Days to maturity. \u003cem\u003eLinum perenne var. lewisii\u003c\/em\u003e. Linum Blue Flax Seeds. Non-GMO, Perennial. Blue Flax Linum seeds grow one of the most classic and familiar blooms native to the western United States. Blue Flax Linums are vigorous outdoor favorites for growing adaptable, yet brilliant seasonal color ideal for accenting any flower bed, porch, patio, or planter. Blue Flax seeds promise hardy sky blue and lavender Linum shrubs and are most popularly grown and treated as a wildflower. Blue Flax Linum is easy to grow from seed and is known to thrive in a variety of gardens prone to drought and poor soil across the country. ~42,000 seeds\/oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eLinum perenne var. lewisii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial; Zones 4, 5, 6, 7, 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-90\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e0.25 inch or broadcasted on top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003eWell-branched wildflower shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003eLoamy to sandy garden soil with good drainage. Not pH specific.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-70 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003eBlue Flax Linum can be susceptible to downy and powdery mildew, but has no serious pests. In the Northwestern United States, watch out for flax bollworms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLinum Blue Flax Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delicate shades of sky blue and lavender with a soft yellow eye and vibrant light green foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy\/Hard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes Direct Sow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Non-GMO Linum Blue Flax Flower Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlax does best with directly sowing them in the garden bed after the last frost. Either broadcast spread and rake in or plant 3-4 seeds according to the spacing provided. Heavily water the seeds with a mister to not spray the seeds away. Starting the seeds indoors before the frost date passes to encourage 1st year blooms is an option but some seedlings will not survive the transplantation process. If desired, harden off very gradually, and be careful to disturb the roots as little as possible. Seeds can also be sown traditionally in a garden, pot, or planter. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants can tolerate drought conditions and do not overwater. Avoid overhead watering to minimize wetting foliage. Blue Flax will benefit from partial shade during severe summers. Fertilization is not necessary but can promote more blooms. Cut back the plants after they set seed. They will voluntarily send up new plants each year. This is typically welcomed by gardeners but can be avoided by pruning the plant back at the end of flowering and before seeds are developed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLinum Blue Flax in the Flower Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Flax is a showy perennial wildflower perfect for wildflower gardens and cottage-style gardens. Use this beautiful perennial to border your cut-flower garden or to simply fill in large areas of space that need color and erosion control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscape Use of Linum Blue Flax\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough Blue Flax does self-seed, it is not considered a pest or invasive and is recommended for use in many regions. Use Blue Flax for drought-prone gardens by integrating it into flower beds, walkway borders and patio containers. The vibrant colors are sure to draw the eye while also being deer resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Linum Blue Flax Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLinum perenne var. lewisii\u003c\/em\u003e, more commonly known as Blue Flax or Prairie Flax, is native to the western United States and Canada, spanning from the tip of Alaska down into Baja, and even found naturalized as far east as the Mississippi River. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese magnificent Linums can also be used as cut flowers for arrangements. They are a perfect filler flower for a homey bouquet or centerpiece. To harvest as a cut flower, slice off the bloom as far down the stem as possible and then keep it in cold water to extend its vigor. Change the water every day or two for color lasting 1-2 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect bright blooms about 2 inches wide and 2 feet tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther names for Blue Flax can be Lewis Flax, Lint Bells, or Perennial Flax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Flax is a member of the \u003cem\u003eLinaceae\u003c\/em\u003e family also known as the flax family. Although nearly 200 species of \u003cem\u003eLinaceae\u003c\/em\u003e are grown to produce flax seed for linseed oil, \u003cem\u003eLinum perenne var. lewisii\u003c\/em\u003e is cultivated exclusively as an ornamental variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003eLinum Blue Flax Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb - Approximately 672,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 lb - Approximately 3.36 Million Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e","brand":"Mountain Valley Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":46911860998381,"sku":"35311","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 Lb","offer_id":46911861031149,"sku":"42752","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/6048\/0493\/files\/1770416055_blue_flax_lineum_lewisii_flower_seed_comp.jpg?v=1771018365","url":"https:\/\/tlmwholesale.com\/products\/blue-flax","provider":"True Leaf Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}