Blue Flax
Linum perenne
Blue Flax
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Tolerates rock mulch.
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Fragrant.
Quick answers
How big does Blue Flax get?
About 18-24" tall and 24" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Blue Flax need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Blue Flax need?
Moderate water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Blue Flax grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Blue Flax in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Blue Flax wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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