Linum dolomiticum — Bushy

Overview

Linum dolomiticum is a bushy annual biennial in the genus Linum, part of the Linaceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. Linum dolomiticum grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, rock garden, gravel garden and flower borders and beds.

About

Linum dolomiticum is a perennial plant in the flax family Linaceae. Found exclusively on dolomite hills near Budapest, Hungary, this perennial species occupies an extremely small range of just one square kilometre, making it one of Europe's most geographically restricted endemic plants. First described in 1897, it grows in both sunny southern-facing open grasslands and shadier northern-facing closed grasslands, often showing a patchy distribution with dense clusters separated by unoccupied areas. Grow it in full sun and most soil types. In UK gardens it is hardy through an average UK winter (RHS H4). It works well for cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, rock garden, gravel garden and flower borders and beds. It tolerates soil of any pH, well-drained conditions and south-facing, east-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant out after last frost in fertile, well-drained soil.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Linum

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H4

Plant details

Linum dolomiticum size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Annual Biennial
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Semi-evergreen
Suggested uses: Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Gravel garden, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Linum dolomiticum

Propagation: Seed, Stem-tip cuttings
Pest resistance: Slugs and snails, Aphids
Disease resistance: Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Linum dolomiticum?

Linum dolomiticum prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Linum dolomiticum need?

Linum dolomiticum is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.