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Scarlet Flax Seeds

Linum grandiflorum rubrum

5.00 (9 reviews)
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  • FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow in fall for the earliest blooms, or after the last spring frost for early summer bloom. Plant just below the surface of the soil. A new crop can be planted every several weeks for continuous blooming until frost. For best results do not start these Linum Grandiflorum Rubrum plants indoors, since they do not transplant well.

Growing: These plants tolerate drought well and flourish in light, sandy soil. They attract bees and butterflies and readily reseed themselves.

Harvesting: These blooms make excellent cut flowers. Choose stalks with flowers that have just opened and place them in water immediately; strip the foliage that will fall below the surface of the water.

Seed Saving: Allow the red flax seed pods to dry completely on the stem; break them open to collect the flat, brown seeds. Store Linum Grandiflorum Rubrum seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Flowering Flax, Red Flax

Latin Name: Linum grandiflorum rubrum

Species Origin: Introduced US Wildflower

Type: Garden Flowers

Life Cycle: Annual

USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 7,700

Stratification: No Stratification

Germination Ease: No Stratification

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 24 Inches

Color: Red

Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer

Scarlet Flax Seeds 5.0
Review By Gramma Debbie

All Seeds...

....are the best quality, I only buy seeds from here now!

Scarlet Flax Seeds 5.0
Review By Nancy Elliott

Gorgeous!

The scarlet flax have come up from last year's planting very early this year (October, November), so I will scatter more seeds this spring. This flax is about my favorite wild flower - about 16" high, beautiful red with purplish hue, and blooming for months. They go well with other wild flowers and perennials. I live in southern California Zone 10.

Scarlet Flax Seeds 5.0
Review By Laura

I can't wait to plant these

I purchased 3 seed packets last year and was so pleased that I ordered many more. I can't wait for the weekend to plant.
Excellent products. Fast shipping

Scarlet Flax Seeds 5.0
Review By Lee Arnone Arnone

Love the service

I ordered seed expecting a wait came in, Few days
The packets are full of information regarding planting and the packaging keeps the seeds fresh .

Scarlet Flax Seeds 5.0
Review By Amy Joslin

Cheerful, lovely

2020. They popped up early and lasted until the hottest days of summer. They graced the garden with surprise and pleasure.

Scarlet Flax Seeds 5.0
Review By Linda Downer

A challenge

Flax Seeds will be my 2021 Challenge. In the past my flax has been rather wimpy, but I am sure the problem has been with the grower (me!)

Scarlet Flax Seeds 5.0
Review By Amy

Keep on going

They have been in bloom from March, through an enthusiastic May display. I cannot wait to see what they look like in June... or maybe even July.
The color is visable throughout the garden.

Scarlet Flax Seeds 5.0
Review By Cynthia Caddy

Great service.

Received order quickly and great price. Received in a mylar zip packet that keeps seeds viable longer. Can't wait to plant!

Scarlet Flax Seeds 5.0
Review By michael

scarlet flax

I love this flax - it blooms all summer and reseeds with care. Requires almost no water once started. Comes in very thick with hundreds of blooms and makes a great plant to use for side yards. My neighbors enjoy it!

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~1,000 Seeds) $3.48 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~7,700 Seeds) $7.92 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $18.00 $16.16 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $48.00 -+
5 Lb Bulk Bag (2.27kg) $216.00 -+
10 Lb Bulk Bag (4.54kg) $384.00 -+
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $912.00 -+
50 Lb Bulk Bag (22.7kg) $1,728.00 -+
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DESCRIPTION

These brilliant red flowers literally shine with crimson! The petals are somewhat glossy, which hardly seems fitting for the humble flax plant. This annual is very easy to grow and comes up quickly, so it makes an excellent variety for an annual flower garden. It also readily reseeds itself for the following season.
This beauty originally comes from northern Africa and southern Europe, specifically native to the country of Algeria. Members of this plant family were once used to weave linen because of the valuable fibers in their stems. According to historical record, Romans also used these fibers to weave ropes and sails for their ocean-going vessels. The genus name Linum means "flax," while the species name "grandiflorum" means "large-flowered."

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow in fall for the earliest blooms, or after the last spring frost for early summer bloom. Plant just below the surface of the soil. A new crop can be planted every several weeks for continuous blooming until frost. For best results do not start these Linum Grandiflorum Rubrum plants indoors, since they do not transplant well.

Growing: These plants tolerate drought well and flourish in light, sandy soil. They attract bees and butterflies and readily reseed themselves.

Harvesting: These blooms make excellent cut flowers. Choose stalks with flowers that have just opened and place them in water immediately; strip the foliage that will fall below the surface of the water.

Seed Saving: Allow the red flax seed pods to dry completely on the stem; break them open to collect the flat, brown seeds. Store Linum Grandiflorum Rubrum seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Flowering Flax, Red Flax

Latin Name: Linum grandiflorum rubrum

Species Origin: Introduced US Wildflower

Type: Garden Flowers

Life Cycle: Annual

USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 7,700

Stratification: No Stratification

Germination Ease: No Stratification

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 24 Inches

Color: Red

Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 9 reviews
5.0

Review By Gramma Debbie

All Seeds...

....are the best quality, I only buy seeds from here now!

5.0

Review By Nancy Elliott

Gorgeous!

The scarlet flax have come up from last year's planting very early this year (October, November), so I will scatter more seeds this spring. This flax is about my favorite wild flower - about 16" high, beautiful red with purplish hue, and blooming for months. They go well with other wild flowers and perennials. I live in southern California Zone 10.

5.0

Review By Laura

I can't wait to plant these

I purchased 3 seed packets last year and was so pleased that I ordered many more. I can't wait for the weekend to plant.
Excellent products. Fast shipping

5.0

Review By Lee Arnone Arnone

Love the service

I ordered seed expecting a wait came in, Few days
The packets are full of information regarding planting and the packaging keeps the seeds fresh .

5.0

Review By Amy Joslin

Cheerful, lovely

2020. They popped up early and lasted until the hottest days of summer. They graced the garden with surprise and pleasure.

5.0

Review By Linda Downer

A challenge

Flax Seeds will be my 2021 Challenge. In the past my flax has been rather wimpy, but I am sure the problem has been with the grower (me!)

5.0

Review By Amy

Keep on going

They have been in bloom from March, through an enthusiastic May display. I cannot wait to see what they look like in June... or maybe even July.
The color is visable throughout the garden.

5.0

Review By Cynthia Caddy

Great service.

Received order quickly and great price. Received in a mylar zip packet that keeps seeds viable longer. Can't wait to plant!

5.0

Review By michael

scarlet flax

I love this flax - it blooms all summer and reseeds with care. Requires almost no water once started. Comes in very thick with hundreds of blooms and makes a great plant to use for side yards. My neighbors enjoy it!