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Lewis Flax Seeds

Linum lewisii

5.00 (6 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
  • REVIEWS

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow in late fall or early spring, planting just below the surface of the soil. This species does not transplant well.

Growing: Water occasionally, controlling weeds to allow the seedlings to become established. Full growth and flowering usually does not occur until the second season of growth. Mature plants tolerate drought well, but flourish with occasional watering. Unless the seeds are being harvested, cut back the plant after flowering to allow for new growth next season.

Harvesting: These blossoms do not perform well as cut flowers, and are best enjoyed outdoors.

Seed Saving: Allow the seed pods to dry completely on the stem; break them open to collect the flat, dark seeds. Store them in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Prairie Flax, Perennial Flax

Latin Name: Linum lewisii

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

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

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

Seeds per Ounce: 18,000

Stratification: No Stratification

Germination Ease: No Stratification

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 20 Inches

Color: Blue

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer

Lewis Flax Seeds 5.0
Review By Gramma Debbie

All Seeds...

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

Lewis Flax Seeds 5.0
Review By Lu Ann Manning

Lewis Flax Seeds

Looking forward to seeing the difference between this paler blue and the brighter Blue Flax, and hoping I will love it as much. These seeds are not easy to find locally! They were promptly shipped.

Lewis Flax Seeds 5.0
Review By Roberta R

Planted! Waiting to see...

I really like the packaging and instructions, including how tall they'll get!

Lewis Flax Seeds 5.0
Review By Laura

My favorite

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

Lewis Flax Seeds 5.0
Review By huadsyiauihseb

ewdiows

Lewis Flax Seeds 5.0
Review By Dave Dunagan

Lewis' Blue Flax

A wonderdul plant with lovely flowers and interesting foilage. I grew this from seed and most have survived since 2006 when I first grew these from seed. I lived in Central Illinois River Valley.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~1,000 Seeds) $3.48 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~18,000 Seeds) $12.00 $11.47 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $28.90 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $102.00 -+
5 Lb Bulk Bag (2.27kg) $459.00 Notify Me
10 Lb Bulk Bag (4.54kg) $816.00 Notify Me
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $1,938.00 Notify Me
50 Lb Bulk Bag (22.7kg) $3,672.00 Notify Me
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DESCRIPTION

This western native grows in lovely, pale blue profusion, and is named after the Lewis and Clark expedition. It is similar to Blue Flax but is a little shorter, and not quite as vivid. Some gardeners like to mix the two varieties to create a bit more texture in the planting. This perennial is very easy to grow and looks great when planted en masse.
As the name indicates, this native flax was discovered by Meriwether Lewis of the Lewis and Clark expedition. Lewis collected the first specimen on July 9, 1806 near the Sun River in Montana. Botanist Frederick Pursh, who studied the plants gathered on this expedition, first published a description of this plant in his 1814 publication of Flora of North America. Native Americans once used the fibers of this plant for weaving fabric, string, nets, and baskets.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow in late fall or early spring, planting just below the surface of the soil. This species does not transplant well.

Growing: Water occasionally, controlling weeds to allow the seedlings to become established. Full growth and flowering usually does not occur until the second season of growth. Mature plants tolerate drought well, but flourish with occasional watering. Unless the seeds are being harvested, cut back the plant after flowering to allow for new growth next season.

Harvesting: These blossoms do not perform well as cut flowers, and are best enjoyed outdoors.

Seed Saving: Allow the seed pods to dry completely on the stem; break them open to collect the flat, dark seeds. Store them in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Prairie Flax, Perennial Flax

Latin Name: Linum lewisii

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

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

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

Seeds per Ounce: 18,000

Stratification: No Stratification

Germination Ease: No Stratification

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 20 Inches

Color: Blue

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 6 reviews
5.0

Review By Gramma Debbie

All Seeds...

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

5.0

Review By Lu Ann Manning

Lewis Flax Seeds

Looking forward to seeing the difference between this paler blue and the brighter Blue Flax, and hoping I will love it as much. These seeds are not easy to find locally! They were promptly shipped.

5.0

Review By Roberta R

Planted! Waiting to see...

I really like the packaging and instructions, including how tall they'll get!

5.0

Review By Laura

My favorite

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 huadsyiauihseb

ewdiows

5.0

Review By Dave Dunagan

Lewis' Blue Flax

A wonderdul plant with lovely flowers and interesting foilage. I grew this from seed and most have survived since 2006 when I first grew these from seed. I lived in Central Illinois River Valley.