Overview
Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield' is a perennial in the genus Linum, part of the Linaceae family. Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained and sandy or loamy soil soils and neutral to alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, rock gardens and cottage gardens. It is native to Portugal Continental.
About
Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield' is a perennial flax valued for its blue summer flowers. Native to Continental Portugal, it blooms from June to August. Give it full sun in well‑drained sandy or loamy soil with a neutral to alkaline pH and only moderate moisture. Rated H5 (hardy), it tolerates both sheltered and more exposed positions and suits borders, rock gardens and cottage garden planting.
About the genus
Linum (flax) is a genus of approximately 200 species in the flowering plant family Linaceae. They are native to temperate and subtropical regions of the world. The genus includes the common flax, the bast fibre of which is used to produce linen and the seeds to produce linseed oil.
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In the garden
Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield' is a perennial member of the flax genus, originating from Continental Portugal. It produces blue flowers and has a defined bloom window from June to August, bringing a cool-coloured presence to the middle of the growing season. Place plants in full sun on a sunny aspect where soils are free-draining; a sandy or loamy soil that is neutral to alkaline suits it best. Keep soil moisture moderate and avoid heavy, waterlogged ground — the species prefers well-drained conditions and copes equally well in both sheltered and more exposed sites. It is rated H5, meaning it is hardy across the majority of UK gardens. Use Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield' in mixed borders, gravel or rock garden pockets and cottage garden schemes where a summer display of blue is required. Its flowering season—June to August—makes it useful for extending colour through midsummer in sunny parts of the garden. Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield' provides a clear blue flowering phase for those specific summer months.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Linum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
- Soil pH
- Neutral to alkaline
- Soil moisture
- Moderate, well-drained
- Aspect
- Sunny
- Exposure
- Sheltered to exposed
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Suggested uses
- Borders, rock gardens, cottage gardens
- Native to
- Portugal Continental
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging; drought tolerant once established.
- Pruning
- Cut back after flowering to encourage fresh growth.
- Propagation
- Seed, division
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield'?
Prefers well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging; drought tolerant once established.
Where is the best place to plant Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield'?
Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered to exposed positions.
What soil does Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield' need?
Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield' grows best in well-drained and sandy or loamy soil soil. It prefers neutral to alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate to well-drained.
How do I prune Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield'?
Cut back after flowering to encourage fresh growth.
Is Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield' hardy in the UK?
Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Linum narbonnense 'June Perfield'?
Seed, division.