How much sun does Yellow Prairie Flax need?

Yellow Prairie Flax grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Yellow Prairie Flax bloom?

Yellow Prairie Flax blooms in May, June, and July.

Where is Yellow Prairie Flax native?

Yellow Prairie Flax (Linum berlandieri) is native to AR, CO, KS, LA and 3 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Yellow Prairie Flax attract?

Yellow Prairie Flax draws bees and butterflies.

Is Yellow Prairie Flax HOA-friendly?

Yellow Prairie Flax is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Yellow Prairie Flax

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Linum berlandieri

Last reviewed: October 2026

Toxicity unknown

Yellow Prairie Flax (Linum berlandieri) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

part sun

Water

low

Size

6"–18" H × 72"–96" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul

Native to

AR, CO, KS, LA and 3 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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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

Yellow Prairie 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.

Common questions

How much sun does Yellow Prairie Flax need?: Yellow Prairie Flax grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Yellow Prairie Flax bloom?: Yellow Prairie Flax blooms in May, June, and July.
Where is Yellow Prairie Flax native?: Yellow Prairie Flax (Linum berlandieri) is native to AR, CO, KS, LA and 3 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Yellow Prairie Flax attract?: Yellow Prairie Flax draws bees and butterflies.
Is Yellow Prairie Flax HOA-friendly?: Yellow Prairie Flax is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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