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Nuttallanthus canadensis

oldfield-toadflax, blue toadflax (Linaria canadensis)


Blue toadflax is a short-lived wildflower that needs full sun, sandy soils, and bare ground to reseed into. This plant is striking in masses during its peak bloom in early summer. Blue toadflax thrives in the toughest spots and it can transform areas that other plants struggle to survive in.

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Height: 3-30 in
Spread: 1-4 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-10


Bloom Color: Blue

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Soil Moisture
Dry
Ecoregion
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
(82) Acadian Plains and Hills
(58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
Spring Bloom
Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Host Plant
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Pollinator Powerhouse Plant
Tolerance
Drought Tolerant
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Groundcover
Rock garden
Massing
Growth Habit
Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


Arthur Haines (c) Native Plant Trust
Arthur Haines (c) Native Plant Trust
Cole Campbell (c) Cole Campbell
Cole Campbell (c) Cole Campbell