What to Expect
Let the planting develop.
A western-native perennial with clear blue flowers on fine stems. First-season flowering can vary; established plants can return and may reseed lightly where conditions are favorable.
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Western native perennial flax
Lewis Flax
A premium western-native flax with clear blue flowers for dry, sunny sites.
Lewis Flax brings clear blue flowers and fine texture to western native plantings. Its light, waving stems are especially effective in sunny, well-drained meadows where you want native provenance without sacrificing grace.
Coverage2 oz up to 400 sq ft · 4 oz up to 800 sq ft · 8 oz up to 1,600 sq ft · 1 lb up to 3,200 sq ft
SunlightFull sun; best in well-drained soil.
When to PlantDirect sow in spring or fall. Fall sowing can provide natural winter exposure before spring germination.
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2 ozSKU: LFLAX-2OZ · Pure seed · no grass or filler
$35.954 ozSKU: LFLAX-4OZ · Pure seed · no grass or filler
$56.958 ozSKU: LFLAX-8OZ · Pure seed · no grass or filler
$99.951 lbSKU: LFLAX-1LB · Pure seed · no grass or filler
$169.95How to Plant
Prepare, sow, and press.
Sow onto prepared, well-drained soil, cover very lightly (about 1/8 inch), press firmly for seed-to-soil contact, and keep evenly moist through germination. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soil.
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