Bowood Farms
4605 Olive Street
Saint Louis, Missouri 63108

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Linum perenne 'Saphir'

Linum perenne (Saphir Perennial Flax)

Saphir Perennial Flax

Small sapphire blue flowers. Leaves are feathery green.

Growing & Maintenance Tips
Full sun with a light, well-drained soil. Rock garden and perennial border. Flax is very suitable for an area that needs light, airy texture. Very suitable for wild gardens.

Interesting Information
Linum is a derivation of linon, the classical word for flax and the root of linen, flax being a recognized fiber for clothing since ancient times.


Plant Type
Perennial

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Bloom Color
Light Blue

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Foliage Color
Feathery Green


Height
8-12 Inches


Spread
8-12 Inches


USDA Hardiness Zone
5-8


Patented
No

Saponaria ocymoides

(Rock Soapwort )

Windflower

Pulsatilla patens

(Windflower )

Cheddar Pinks

Dianthus gratianopolitanus

(Cheddar Pinks 'Tiny Rubies')

Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Color
Blue
Exposure
Sun
Soil Moisture Preference
Medium
Season of Interest (Flowering)
May
June
July
August
Attributes
Rock Garden
Single Flower
Balcony Pots
Long Blooming
Patio Container Pots