red flax seeds (Linum grandiflorum Seeds) Rubrum

Red Flax Linum grandiflorum Seeds

Red Flax, also known as Flowering Flax, Scarlet Flax and Crimson Flax, is an easy-to-grow annual plant that is a perfect flower for sowing in drifts, as they’ll appear in pretty carpets throughout summer and into early autumn.

Characteristics of Red Flax

• Life cycle: annual
• Height: 30–50 cm
• Flowering period: June to September

Sowing and Care of Red Flax Seeds

• Sowing time: April to June (directly outdoors)
• Sowing depth: approx. 1 cm
• Germination time: 1–2 weeks at 15–20 °C
• Sun requirements: sunny
• Soil: well-drained, nutrient-poor
• Care: Water regularly, but avoid waterlogging