Linum grandiflorum
flowering flax
An upright, branching annual to 50cm, with small, narrow leaves and loose clusters of saucer-shaped, dark-centred, rose-pink flowers to 4cm in width, in summer. Image shown is of Linum grandiflorum 'Rubrum'.
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
1–2 yearsUltimate spread
0–0.1 metreGrowing conditions
Moisture
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Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink | Green | ||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or °Â±ð²õ³Ù–f²¹³¦¾±²Ô²µ
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Linaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Columnar upright, Spreading branched
- Genus
Linum can be annuals, biennials evergreen or herbaceous perennials or shrubs, with clusters of funnel-shaped flowers over a long period in spring or summer
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- USA, Canada
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in light, moderately fertile, humus-rich, free-draining soil in full sun
Propagation
Propagate by seed sown in-situ in spring or autumn
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut back after flowering
Pests
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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