| Description | Golden Flax (Linum flavum compactum) is a dwarf, deciduous perennial with bright yellow flowers. It is drought-tolerant and suitable for rock gardens and the front of borders. |
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| Pronunciation | (LIN-um) (FLAY-vum) |
| Plant Type | Perennials Hardy |
| Hardiness Zone | 5 |
| Sunlight | full |
| Moisture | average, drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping |
| Soil & Site | average, light, well drained |
| Flowers | yellow, golden yellow, borne in a cyme |
| Roots | tap root |
| Dimensions | 6-9 inches tall |
| Propagation | seeds, may need to be stratified |
| Native Site | Native to central and southern Europe. |
| Misc Facts | Most perennial flax are short-lived perennials. AKA: Yellow Flax Compactum, |
| Notes & Reference | #04-Herbaceous Perennial Plants (Allan Armitage), #06-Perennials for the American Gardens (Ruth Rodgers Clausen and Nicolas H Ekstrom) |
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