Blue Flax
Linum perenne
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–24" H × 12"–18" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
MN
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Blue flax produces delicate sky-blue flowers on slender stems from late spring through summer. This compact perennial has fine, narrow leaves and a graceful, airy appearance that works well in prairie-style gardens and rock gardens.
In an HOA neighborhood
Blue Flax is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Individual flowers last only one day
- Can appear sparse when not blooming
Wildlife value
The bright blue flowers attract native bees and butterflies throughout the blooming season. Seeds provide food for birds, particularly goldfinches.
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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