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Pale Flax

Linum bienne, Linaceae

Zones
6–10
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Biennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch MakerPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Tree MedicMedicago arborea
Pollinator Sharing
Barrelier's MustardBrassica barrelieri
Pollinator SharingPest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Hairy Birdsfoot TrefoilLotus subbiflorus

Flax plants can produce allelopathic compounds that inhibit small legume establishment

Uses

Functions

Soil ConditioningOrganic MatterErosion ControlAllelopathic Weed Suppression

Edible Parts

Seeds

Common Questions

What zones does Pale Flax grow in?

Pale Flax grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Pale Flax?

Good companions for Pale Flax include Tree Medic, Barrelier's Mustard.

Design guilds with Pale Flax and see companion relationships visually.

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