This is a native annual or short-lived perennial that I planted several years ago. (The earliest observation was 6 Jun 20.)
It re-seeds itself readily in the front garden.
Although I haven't verified this personally, each flower is said to be short-lived, lasting only a day or so.
Links
Utah State University Extension
Wikipedia
iNaturalist
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This is a native annual or short-lived perennial that I planted several years ago. (The earliest observation was 6 Jun 20.)
It re-seeds itself readily in the front garden.
Although I haven't verified this personally, each flower is said to be short-lived, lasting only a day or so.
Links
Utah State University Extension
Wikipedia
iNaturalist
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Linum lewisii
(Lewis Flax)