Overview
Linum nodiflorum is a bushy annual biennial in the genus Linum, part of the Linaceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. Linum nodiflorum 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 nodiflorum is a bushy, semi-evergreen cultivar of the Linum genus, which includes annuals, biennials, perennials, and shrubs known for their clusters of funnel-shaped flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun and is suitable for south, east, or west-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. It prefers fertile, well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, with a pH ranging from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H4, Linum nodiflorum is ideal for cottage gardens, rock or gravel gardens, flower borders, and containers, offering interest through spring and summer.
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 nodiflorum 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 nodiflorum
- 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 nodiflorum?
Linum nodiflorum prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Linum nodiflorum need?
Linum nodiflorum 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.
Is Linum nodiflorum hardy in the UK?
Linum nodiflorum has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Linum nodiflorum?
Seed, Stem-tip cuttings.
More in the Linum genus
- Linum capitatum
- Linum catharticumfairy flax
- Linum dolomiticum
- Linum flavumCrimean flax
- Linum monogynumNew Zealand native flax
- Linum narbonense 'Gentianoides'
- Linum perenneperennial flax
- Linum rubrum
