Linum grandiflorum 'Scarlet flax'
Linum grandiflorum 'Scarlet flax'
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1000 Seeds
Seeding Linum grandiflorum 'Scarlet Flax' is a simple and rewarding way to add vibrant red, silky blooms to your garden. This fast-growing, drought-tolerant annual produces stunning scarlet-red flowers with a dark center, making it a standout in wildflower meadows, cottage gardens, or sunny borders.
It’s a great choice for low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly plantings and thrives in poor or rocky soils.
🔴 Linum grandiflorum 'Scarlet Flax' – Seeding Guide
✅ Quick Overview
| Feature | Details |
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| Type | Hardy annual |
| Height | 30–45 cm (12–18 in) |
| Bloom Time | Late spring to early summer (may re-bloom) |
| Flowers | Bright scarlet-red with dark centers |
| Light | Full sun |
| Soil | Well-drained; tolerates poor, sandy soil |
| Water | Low – drought-tolerant once established |
| Best Use | Wildflower meadows, borders, containers, mass planting |
| Pollinators | Attracts bees and butterflies |
🌱 Step-by-Step Seeding Instructions
1. When to Sow
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Outdoors (recommended):
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Early spring after last frost
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Or late fall in mild climates (for natural spring germination)
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Indoors: 4–6 weeks before last frost (less common, as flax dislikes transplanting)
2. Direct Sowing (Preferred Method)
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| Soil Prep | Loosen soil and remove weeds |
| Sowing Depth | 3 mm (⅛ inch) – just lightly cover or press in |
| Spacing | Thin to 10–15 cm (4–6 in) apart once germinated |
| Germination | 7–14 days at 15–21°C (60–70°F) |
| Watering | Water gently to keep soil moist during germination |
3. Indoor Sowing (Optional)
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Use biodegradable pots to avoid root disturbance
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Surface sow or barely cover
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Keep warm and in bright light
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Transplant gently after hardening off
☀️ Growing Conditions
| Factor | Best Practice |
|---|---|
| Light | Full sun (essential for flower production) |
| Soil | Well-drained; avoid heavy, wet soils |
| Water | Water sparingly once established |
| Feeding | Not needed – prefers lean soil |
✂️ Care Tips
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No staking required – upright but delicate stems
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Deadhead to extend blooming, but also allow some seed heads if self-sowing is desired
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Will self-seed lightly if conditions are right
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Can be mowed down at the end of season or pulled easily
🌼 Companion Planting Ideas
Pairs well with:
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Nigella damascena (Love-in-a-mist)
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Eschscholzia californica (California poppy)
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Coreopsis
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Cosmos
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Bachelor's buttons
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