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Linum flavum ‘Compactum’ (Golden Flax)

Golden Flax 'Compactum', Yellow Flax 'Compactum'

Linum flavum Compactum, Golden Flax 'Compactum', Yellow Flax 'Compactum', Yellow Flax, Drought tolerant perennials, Yellow perennial flowers, Low maintenance perennial

Linum flavum ‘Compactum’ (Golden Flax) is a dwarf, semi-evergreen perennial forming a low mound of small, oval bluish-green leaves covered with bright yellow flowers, 1 in. across (2.5 cm), over a long season. Blooming in spring and summer, the blossoms are carried in many-branched clusters. Up to 50 flowers may be carried in a single inflorescence. The grassy leaves remain fresh looking throughout the season, adding delicate texture to the garden. Drought tolerant, Golden Flax is well suited to rock gardens, border fronts or containers.

  • Grows up to 6-12 in. tall and wide (15-30 cm). Self-sows where happy.
  • Thrives in full sun in dry to average moisture, well-drained soils. Protect from winter wet.
  • Easy to grow, Golden Flax is a good choice for areas of the garden that are hot and dry.
  • Great for border frontscontainers, rock gardens, cottage gardens, prairies and meadows.
  • No serious insect or disease issues. Keep an eye out for slugs, snails and aphids.
  • Propagate by seed or stem tip cuttings.

Requirements

Hardiness 5 - 7
Heat Zones 5 - 7
Climate Zones 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Linaceae
Genus Linum
Common names Flax
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Height 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spread 10" - 1' (25cm - 30cm)
Spacing 6" - 9" (15cm - 23cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Semi-Evergreen
Tolerance Drought
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Edging, Patio And Containers
Garden Styles Gravel and Rock Garden
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Linum grandiflorum (Flowering Flax)
Linum narbonense (Blue Flax)
Linum lewisii (Prairie Flax)
Linum usitatissimum (Common Flax)
Linum perenne (Perennial Flax)

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Requirements

Hardiness 5 - 7
Heat Zones 5 - 7
Climate Zones 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Linaceae
Genus Linum
Common names Flax
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Height 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spread 10" - 1' (25cm - 30cm)
Spacing 6" - 9" (15cm - 23cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Semi-Evergreen
Tolerance Drought
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Edging, Patio And Containers
Garden Styles Gravel and Rock Garden
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