Linum Perenne 'Nanum Sapphire'

Blue Flax

Linum nanum ‘Sapphire’ (Dwarf Flax) is a compact, fine-textured perennial with a low, mounded habit, featuring slender, needle-like green foliage and abundant clear sky-blue flowers that bloom over an extended period from late spring into summer. The delicate, airy appearance and continuous bloom make it a standout in sunny, dry gardens.








Type: Perennial
Mature Size: 12–18" W × 8–12" H
USDA Zones: 5a–9b
Form: Low, mounded

Light: Full sun
Soil / Water: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soils; low water, drought tolerant once established
Bloom Time / Length: Late spring through summer; extended bloom (6–8+ weeks)

Wildlife: Bees

Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent for rock gardens, borders, edging, and containers. The fine foliage and bright blue flowers add soft texture and color to dry, sunny plantings. Works well in mass plantings or mixed with other drought-tolerant perennials.

Care:
Requires excellent drainage—avoid heavy or wet soils. Deadheading can encourage continued blooming. Cut back lightly after flowering to maintain a tidy form. Very low maintenance once established.

Plant type

Perennial

Height

8-12''

Width

12-18"

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Late Spring, Summer

Flower color

Azure

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Bees

Soil

Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden

Shape

Low Mounding

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No