Blue Flax is a graceful, drought-tolerant perennial with sky-blue, cup-shaped flowers that bloom throughout summer. Each delicate blossom lasts only one day, but new blooms continuously emerge, creating a long-lasting floral display. Its slender, wiry stems and fine, needle-like leaves give it a delicate yet resilient appearance, making it a standout in prairie plantings, dry meadows, and pollinator gardens. The nectar-rich flowers attract native bees, butterflies, and hoverflies, while sparrows and finches feed on mature flax seeds in late summer and fall.

Blue Flax is well suited for flower gardens, naturalized landscapes, roadside plantings, and xeriscaping. Its deep, fibrous root system stabilizes soil and prevents erosion, making it valuable for prairie restoration and soil conservation. While not highly palatable, its fine-textured foliage generally deters heavy browsing, and any occasional deer damage is minimal.