LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Fine foliage
GROWTH HABIT
Upright
BLOOM SEASON
Late spring
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Not applicable
SUITABLE FOR
out door
SEED TYPE
Open-pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Perennial
PLANTING SEASON
Spring or fall
FRUIT SIZE
Not applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
40–60 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full sun
WATER NEEDS
Low to moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Suitable
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
30–40 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
3–5 mm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes perennial flax different from annual flax?
What makes perennial flax different from annual flax?
It returns year after year under suitable conditions, producing graceful blue flowers on slender stems.
Can it blend into prairie-style gardens?
Can it blend into prairie-style gardens?
Yes. Fine foliage and airy blooms fit naturally among grasses and native flowering plants.
Which flowers pair well with perennial flax?
Which flowers pair well with perennial flax?
Coreopsis, yarrow, echinacea, and gaura create natural-looking perennial combinations.
Does it create movement in the landscape?
Does it create movement in the landscape?
Yes. Delicate stems sway gently in the breeze, adding softness to planting beds.
Can it be planted in sunny gravel borders?
Can it be planted in sunny gravel borders?
Yes. It performs well in open, well-drained locations with plenty of sunlight.
Do butterflies visit the flowers?
Do butterflies visit the flowers?
The blooms may attract butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinating insects.