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Flax – Scarlet

Price range: $2.50 through $48.00

Scarlet Flax (Linum grandiflorum) is an annual flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region, particularly the areas between North Africa and Southern Europe. While it is closely related to the common flax (Linum usitatissimum) used in linen production, Scarlet Flax is primarily grown for its ornamental beauty rather than for fiber or seed.

This striking wildflower is known for its vivid red, five-petaled blooms and fine, airy foliage. It performs best in full sunlight and thrives in loose, well-draining soil. Scarlet Flax is exceptionally drought-tolerant and can withstand high temperatures, making it an excellent choice for hot, dry climates and low-maintenance gardens.

Due to its long taproot, Scarlet Flax does not transplant well. For best results, sow the seeds directly into the ground. In the United States, planting can be done in early spring after the last frost, or in the fall in regions with mild winters, which allows the plant to establish early and bloom sooner the following season.

Scarlet Flax typically blooms from late spring through summer. It also attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies, making it a valuable addition to wildflower gardens, naturalized areas, or pollinator-friendly landscapes.

The broadcast rate for seeding is 30 – 37.5 pounds per acre.

The seed drill rate for seeding in rows is 15 pounds per acre.

Purchasing Options PriceQuantity
Small Packet $2.50

Covers approximately 5 square feet.

10 Gram $3.00

Covers approximately:
25 square feet. (Broadcast rate)
65 square feet. (Seed drill rate)

1/4 Pound $12.00

Covers approximately:
290 square feet. (Broadcast rate)
725 square feet. (Seed drill rate)

1 Pound $48.00

Covers approximately:
1,160 square feet. (Broadcast rate)
2,900 square feet. (Seed drill rate)

Scientific Name

Linum grandiflorum var. rubrum

Product Type

Flower

Color

Red

Cycle

Annual

Origin

Introduced species

Height

12-36"

Germination Time

20-25 days

Planting Season

Spring, Fall

Bloom Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Weeks to Bloom

7 to 8 weeks

USDA Zone

5 to 11

Seeds Per Pound

122,000

Seeds Per Pound

100,001 – 200,000 Seeds Per Pound

Seeding Rate (lb./acre)

15

Seeding Rate (lb./acre)

14-20 Pounds per Acre

Pollen/Nectar

Nectar, Pollen

Pollinator(s)

Bats, Birds, Butterflies, Honey Bees, Native Bees

Notes

Scarlet Flax is a flower that is native to the regions between North Africa and Southern Europe

Light Requirement

Full Sun

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