Red Flax Linum grandiflorum flower seeds for backyard gardening and wildflower borders

Red Flax Seeds (Linum grandiflorum) produce graceful, bright red blooms with slender stems, making them an excellent choice for backyard gardens and wildflower borders. This easy-to-grow annual adds natural charm and color to any garden while attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Red Flax is ideal for creating low-maintenance, vibrant wildflower displays that flourish in sunny locations.

Features:

• Bright Red Blooms: Adds vibrant color to garden beds and borders.
• Attracts Pollinators: Ideal for supporting bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects.
• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and thrives in well-drained soil.
• Fast-Growing Annual: Produces flowers quickly from seed to bloom.
• Versatile Planting: Perfect for backyard gardens, wildflower mixes, and naturalized areas.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Linum grandiflorum
• Variety: Red Flax
• Plant Type: Annual flowering plant
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–10
• Germination Time: 10–14 days
• Optimal Temperature: 65–75°F (18–24°C)
• Sunlight Requirement: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Planting Season: Spring after the last frost
• Bloom Time: Late spring to midsummer
• Height: 12–18 inches
• Spacing: 6–8 inches apart
• Ideal For: Backyard gardens, wildflower borders, meadows, and pollinator-friendly gardens

Planting Guide:

1. Sow seeds directly in well-draining soil in a sunny location.
2. Keep soil lightly moist until germination occurs (10–14 days).
3. Thin seedlings to 6–8 inches apart to ensure healthy growth.
4. Water moderately and avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
5. Allow flowers to self-seed for naturalized growth in subsequent seasons.