Description

Botanical Interests' Scarlet Flax Seeds (Linum grandiflorum) bring intense color to the garden with their striking crimson to scarlet blooms. Each 1½” flower lasts only a day, but their profusion throughout the season creates a dramatic effect, from spring to frost. These low-maintenance, drought- and heat-tolerant plants are a favorite among pollinators and thrive in full sun or part shade. This ornamental flax is easy to grow and, when left to seed, continues to offer vibrant color year after year. Ideal for creating a bold, colorful garden without the need for constant care.

320 seeds.

Variety Info:

Botanical Name: Linum grandiflorum
Family: Linaceae
Native: Algeria
Hardiness: Annual
Plant Dimensions: 12″–24″ tall
Variety Information: 1½” diameter, crimson to scarlet with a dark center
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Bloom Period: Spring to frost
Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant

Sowing Info:

When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks before average last frost. Super easy to grow from seed; simply scatter seeds every 2 to 4 weeks for continual flowering through fall. In Mild Climates, sow in fall for winter bloom.
When to Start Inside: 4 to 6 weeks before average last frost; not recommended because can be difficult to transplant. Handle carefully, or sow in pulp pots that can be planted directly into the ground.
Days to Emerge: 5 – 12 days
Seed Depth: Press into surface
Seed Spacing: A pinch of seeds every 4″–8″
Thinning: When 2″ tall, thin to 1 every 4″–8″