Flax Rubrum
description
Flax 'Rubrum' ( Linum grandiflorum ), offered by the seed company WH Perron
'Rubrum' flax is one of the easiest and prettiest annual wildflowers to grow. Its blood-red flowers, with their beautiful satin sheen, brighten flowerbeds from early summer until autumn. Ideal for adding a vibrant splash of color to the garden, this flax thrives in a sunny location and light, well-drained soil.
Maturity: 6 to 8 weeks
Germination: 14 to 21 days
Sowing temperature: 15 to 18 °C
Height: 40 cm
Spread: 30 cm
Color: Scarlet red
Formulation: Naked
Latin name: Linum grandiflorum
Use: Flower beds
Flowering: July to September
Cultivation method:
Sow 'Rubrum' flax seeds directly outdoors after the last frost, or start them indoors for an early start. Plant the seeds 0.5 cm deep in light, well-drained soil. Space the plants 20 to 30 cm apart to allow them to develop properly. Place them in a sunny location to maximize flowering. The seeds will germinate in 14 to 21 days, and flowers will appear 6 to 8 weeks after sowing.
Add a touch of brightness and simplicity to your flowerbeds with 'Rubrum' flax, an easy-to-grow wildflower ideal for beautifying your garden all summer long!
