Plant family: Linaceae

Genus: Linum

Species: grandiflorum

450 mg packet

Plant type: Perennial

Colors: Red

Bloom time: Late spring - mid fall

Height: 12" - 18"

Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade

Soil needs: Average to sandy, well drained soil with a ph of 5.5-8.5.

Care: Plant established plants 10" apart. Root stimulator will encourage quicker rooting and stronger root system. Do not fertilize. Apply 3 inches of vegetative mulch around plants in summer to help retain soil moisture. Water Deeply when soil begins to dry. Cut back after flowering to prevent from becoming floppy.

Pests and diseases: Grasshoppers

Propagation: Sow indoors 6 - 8 weeks prior to last frost or direct sow into garden after last frost.Sprinkle seeds over soil mix and leave exposed to light. Thoroughly moisten soil and keep moist throughout germination. Soil should not be soggy.  Transplant to garden when all danger of frost is gone.