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Berlandier'S Yellow Flax

Linum berlandieri

Last reviewed: June 2026

Berlandier'S Yellow Flax (Linum berlandieri)
Photo: Patrick Alexander from Las Cruces, NM / Wikimedia Commons (CC0)

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

6"–18" H × 6"–12" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul

Native to

AR, CO, KS, LA and 3 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

Berlandier's flax is a compact perennial wildflower that produces delicate blue flowers from May through July. This drought-tolerant native forms neat clumps and requires minimal care once established in sunny locations.

In an HOA neighborhood

Berlandier'S Yellow Flax is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

  • May appear sparse or weedy outside of bloom period
  • Small stature could look insignificant in large planting areas

Wildlife value

The flowers attract bees and butterflies during the late spring and summer blooming period. Seeds may provide food for small birds later in the season.

Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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