Flax
Linum narbonense
- Native to:
- Algeria, Baleares, Corse, France, Italy, Morocco, NW. Balkan Pen., Portugal, Sicilia, Spain
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Linaceae
- Genus:
- Linum
- Species:
- Linum narbonense
- USDA Symbol:
- LINA2
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 60 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- may,jun,jul
- Bloom Colors:
- blue, violet
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, butterflies
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to Mediterranean regions, prefers open, sunny locations
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
- Germination Time:
- 14–28 days
- Notes:
- Seeds germinate best with light exposure and cool temperatures around 55-65°F.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI
ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months.