Overview
Linum perenne is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Linum, part of the Linaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Linum perenne 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, gravel garden, patio and container plants, rock garden and mediterranean climate plants. It is native to Europe.
About
Linum perenne is a semi-evergreen perennial characterized by slender, blue-green foliage. It produces pale blue, saucer-shaped blooms, each roughly 2.5 cm in diameter, during the summer months.
About the genus
Linum consists of annuals, biennials, evergreen or herbaceous perennials, and shrubs. These plants produce clusters of funnel-shaped flowers that bloom for an extended time during the spring or summer months.
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
- West-facing, South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Linum perenne size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Mediterranean climate plants
- Native to
- Europe
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Linum perenne
- Cultivation
- Grow in very well-drained soil in full sun; heat tolerant and good for hot, dry locations
- Pruning
- No pruning required
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed or stem tip cuttings
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to slugs and snails and aphids
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Linum perenne?
Grow in very well-drained soil in full sun; heat tolerant and good for hot, dry locations.
Where is the best place to plant Linum perenne?
Linum perenne prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Linum perenne need?
Linum perenne 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.
How do I prune Linum perenne?
No pruning required.
How big does Linum perenne grow?
Linum perenne reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Linum perenne hardy in the UK?
Linum perenne has a UK hardiness rating of H4.
How do I propagate Linum perenne?
Propagate by seed or stem tip cuttings.