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Alpine RockerySynonym
Linum flavum 'Gemmell's Hybrid'
flax 'Gemmell's Hybrid'
A dwarf, semi-evergreen sub-shrub forming a low mound to 15cm high, with small, oval grey-green leaves. Flowers to 2.5cm in width, bright yellow, in terminal clusters
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green Grey Silver | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Yellow | Green Grey Silver | ||
Autumn | Green Grey Silver | |||
Winter | Green Grey Silver |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Linaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Semi 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
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in very well-drained soil in full sun. Protect from winter wet. Suitable for rock garden
Propagation
Propagate by seed or stem tip cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Gravel garden
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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