Linum arboreum
evergreen flax
A compact evergreen shrub to 50cm in height and width, with small, blue-green leaves and bright yellow flowers to 3cm in width, in loose terminal clusters
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Yellow | Blue Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Yellow | Blue Green | ||
| Autumn | Blue Green | |||
| Winter | Blue Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Linaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Linum can be annuals, biennials evergreen or herbaceous perennials or shrubs, with clusters of funnel-shaped flowers over a long period in spring or summer
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- S Aegean
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, humus-rich, very well-drained soil in full sun. Protect from winter wet
Propagation
Propagate by seed sown in pots in a cold frame in spring or autumn. Propagate by removing offsets in early summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Mediterranean climate plants
- City and courtyard gardens
- Gravel garden
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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