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Lewis flax (blue flax)

Linum lewisii — native to 17 states. western native added 24 Oct 2026. Range from USDA PLANTS (LILE10), limited to the western and Plains states where it is native....

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24 Oct 2026Listing verified

Quick answer: Lewis flax (blue flax) (Linum lewisii) is native to 17 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seed, verified 24 Oct 2026.

Lewis flax (blue flax) (Linum lewisii)

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Where it's native

Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.

ArizonaCaliforniaColoradoIdahoKansasMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew MexicoNorth DakotaOklahomaOregonSouth DakotaTexasUtahWashingtonWyoming

Growing conditions

From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.

SunSun
WaterDry
SoilWell-drained, poor soils fine
BloomBloom May-Aug
Height1-2 ft
Wildlife valueBees

Buying it

Wild species

Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (24 Oct 2026), via Amazon.

Sold as: Seed via Amazon · listing verified 24 Oct 2026

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Quick answers about Lewis flax (blue flax)

Where is Lewis flax (blue flax) native?

Lewis flax (blue flax) (Linum lewisii) is native to 17 states across the Midwest, South and West. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.

When does Lewis flax (blue flax) bloom?

Lewis flax (blue flax) blooms May-Aug. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.

What growing conditions does Lewis flax (blue flax) need?

Light: Sun. Water: Dry. Soil: Well-drained, poor soils fine. Mature height: 1-2 ft.

Is Lewis flax (blue flax) good for pollinators and wildlife?

Yes. Wildlife value: Bees.

Is Lewis flax (blue flax) deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?

Lewis flax (blue flax) is deer-resistant and drought-tolerant.

Where can I buy real Lewis flax (blue flax) seed or plants?

We found a listing sold as seed that names the true species, last checked 24 Oct 2026. Look for the scientific name Linum lewisii on any listing.

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