Also known as Flax · 81 saves
Linum
Linum, the genus most gardeners know as flax. We track 2 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 2 most-saved Linum varieties
2 species of Linum
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Linum in Sow
Save the Linum you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Linum questions
How many types of Linum are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 2 distinct Linum varieties. The most popular — ranked by 81 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Linum grow in?
Across its varieties, Linum covers USDA Zones 4–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Linum bloom?
Most Linum varieties bloom in late spring to summer, late spring to mid-summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Linum should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.