Vibrant blue flowers that add color to any garden Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies Produces delicate, elegant blooms that last for weeks Versatile plant that works well in borders, containers, or as ground cover Blue Flax is a lovely perennial wildflower presenting 1-2-inch delicate, sky-blue flowers with 5 petals on 1-2-foot wiry stems, creating a graceful, airy display as it sways gently in the breeze. This enchanting flower blooms from late spring to mid-summer and brings a touch of elegance and charm to any landscape. Blue Flax thrives in well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established, requiring minimal maintenance. They are highly attractive pollinators like bees and butterflies, broad cast for meadows, rock gardens, and wildflower borders. Beyond its ornamental value, Blue Flax has historically been used for its fibers, which can be spun into linen, and its seeds, which are rich in beneficial omega-3 fatty acids.

Also Known As: Perennial Flax, Blue Sapphire Flax, Lewis Lint Flax, Prairie Flax, Alpine Flax, Wild Flax, Evergreen Flax, Blue Linseed, Sky-blue Flax, Mountain Flax.

Plant Name: Flax, Blue
Latin Name: Linum perenne
Days to Germinate: 7-14
Days to Bloom: 55
Plant Height: 1 - 2 Feet
Spread: 12 - 18 Inches
Bloom Diameter: 1 - 2 inches
Growth Habit: Upright
USDA Zones: 3-11
Lifespan: Perennial
Brand: TomorrowSeeds
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pollination: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
GMO: No
Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: No
Seeds Packed For**: 2026
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.