These plants are commonly grown as annuals or short-lived perennials. Sow the seeds anytime during the fall, winter, or spring, and you will likely have flowering plants by the following summer.
Also known as Lewis flax or prairie flax, this perennial wildflower grows best in full sun with loose, sandy, well-drained soil. They are very easy to grow from seed and is adaptable to many conditions.
This is an excellent plant for a butterfly or pollinator garden, pocket prairie, or mixed wildflower garden. It thrives in full sun with dry to medium-moisture, well-drained soil.