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Linum perenne

Blue Flax

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Description

Linum perenne Appar (Blue Flax) is absolutely one of the favorite Western wildflowers for gardens and meadows. Its profuse true blue flowers match the summer sky. Linum 'Appar' was originally collected in the Black Hills of South Dakota and improved through breeding to have outstanding vigor and a long season of bloom. 'Appar' Blue Flax is an excellent choice for naturalizing as it is a strong re-seeder. Extremely cold hardy, this wildflower is also well suited for the colder areas of the Rockies and Great Plains.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

Under 1', 1-3'

Width Range

Under 1', 1-3'

Flower Color

Blue

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Clay, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Soil pH

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Patio, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Filler, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.