Also known as Bright Eyes Flax · Crimson Flax · Flowering Flax
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures (18-24°C) and is frost-sensitive.
Low
25% intensity
Requires minimal feeding; benefits from a light, balanced fertilizer once in spring.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Scarlet Flax prefers consistently moist soil during its active growth phase, but avoid waterlogging. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings, especially once established.
Reduce watering in cooler months or if the plant is dormant. Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Scarlet Flax is an annual and does not typically require pruning. Deadheading spent flowers can encourage more blooms and prevent self-seeding if unwanted.
Remove any yellowing or damaged foliage to maintain a tidy appearance. For naturalized plantings, allow seed heads to develop.
Scarlet Flax is easily grown from seed. Sow seeds directly into the garden after the last frost, as they prefer not to be transplanted.
Seeds can also be started indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost date, but ensure they are hardened off before transplanting. Germination typically occurs within 7-14 days.
As an annual, Scarlet Flax is not typically repotted. If grown from seed indoors and needing to be moved to a larger pot, do so when seedlings have developed their first true leaves. Use a well-draining potting mix.
For garden plants, they are planted directly into their final location and are not moved.
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Photos of Scarlet Flax (Linum grandiflorum)
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