(Linum usitatissimum) Multi-branching, slender 2-3’ stems with masses of small sky blue flowers. Downright cheerful and rather dashing as they sway in the wind. Plant in blocks for a charming effect and easy reseeding the next season. Golden colored large flax seeds high in Omega 3 Fatty Acids, fiber, and lignans. Perfect for use either as a ground meal or whole. Pleasing nutty taste. Drought tolerant, carefree, productive, and happily visited by bees.
60-70 days. UO

Packet: 200 seeds

[split]

Growing Info

SOWING:

Direct sow after your last frost.

Note: Nutritious golden seeds.

PLANTING DEPTH:

1/8"

SPACING:

4-6" in rows 8" apart.

EMERGENCE:

5-12days @ soil temp 70F

LIGHT:

Full sun

FERTILITY:

Average. Prefers well-drained, and evenly moist soil.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

While not absolutely necessary, you may provide staking or netting to keep them upright and tidy with straight stems. They do tend to support each other if planted in a block but will lodge if rained on.

Fresh and dried stems.

Your goal may be to let the pods dry on the plant and harvest the nutritious seeds!

Cut long stems when petals have dropped and seed pods show. Expect a vase life of 10 days. Color is green to golden.

Flax, 'Omega'