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Linum usitatissimum Flax, Linseed

Unknown origin; 60cm
Planting position: Full sun. Wind-protection.
Requires thorough, regular watering. Well-draining, compost-enriched soil. Spring application of complete fertiliser. Cut plant back after flowering period.
Propagate from spring-sown seed.

The wiry stems of the Flax are clothed with slim, greyish-green leaves and blue flowers appear in mid-summer. This annual is used when treating coughs, colds and constipation. Linseed is much used industrially.

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