Linum perenne 'Saphyr'
Perennial Flax
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Perennial Flax (Linum perenne 'Saphyr') - Description
Dainty, 1" light blue or white flowers bloom on low growing plants. Soothing grey-green foliage. Ideal for rock gardens, edgings or front of the border.
Perennial Flax (Linum perenne 'Saphyr') - Blooming
Produce an abundance of shallow cupped flowers. Flax have a long bloom period. Interestingly enough, each flower only last 1 day but is generally replaced with another flower. Usually flowers in late spring and early summer.
Perennial Flax (Linum perenne 'Saphyr') - Growth
This genus includes members that are both annuals and perennials. The perennials usually only last 3 to 4 years. Does best in full sun with protection from winter moisture. Smaller species work well in a rock garden. Larger ones are good border plants.
Perennial Flax (Linum perenne 'Saphyr') - Planting
Easily grown from seed and regularly self sows. The perennial species also can be propagated via shoot cuttings.
Perennial Flax (Linum perenne 'Saphyr') - Pest
Slugs, snails, and aphids. Other problems include stem rot, rust, anthracnose, wilt, and damping off.
Perennial Flax (Linum perenne 'Saphyr') - Interesting facts
The bark of the stem is used to make Linen, one of the oldest cloths made. Its seeds are used to linseed oil.
Perennial Flax (Linum perenne 'Saphyr') - Soil and irrigation
Does best in well-draining soil that is humus-rich, moderately fertile, and light. Alpine species require sharply-draining soil.
