
Prairie Flax
This elegant perennial produces masses of delicate, sky-blue flowers held on slender, wiry stems that move with the slightest breeze. Flowering throughout summer, it adds soft, airy colour to borders, meadows, and naturalistic or cottage-style plantings.
Its open, graceful habit allows it to combine beautifully with taller perennials or softer groundcovers, creating movement and texture in the garden. Thriving in well-drained soil and full sun, it is drought-tolerant once established, making it an ideal low-maintenance choice for sunny garden areas.
The blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, enhancing ecological value while providing continuous visual interest. Its upright, yet delicate form also makes it a charming addition to wildflower or meadow-inspired schemes, adding height without overpowering other plants.
Perfect for gardeners seeking a combination of elegance, resilience, and summer-long beauty, this plant delivers soft blue colour, gentle movement, and ecological benefits, creating a harmonious and inviting outdoor space.
Description and Attributes
Product Code
LNLPF
Genus
Linum
Species
Lewisii
Botanical Name
Linum lewisii
Height
30-60cm
Width
30-45cm
Flower Timing
Spring to Summer
Seasonality
Summer catalogue
Climate
Cool to Temperate
Pot size
10cm
Frost hardiness
Fully Hardy
Aspect
Full Sun to Semi Shade
Water needs
2
Supplied as
Pots













