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Linseed (Flaxseed)
Linum usitatissimum
Easy difficultyRabi (Cool season crop)typically sown from the first fortnight of October to mid-November in India.
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Sunlight
Full Sun
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Watering
Moderate
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Min pot size
12" pot
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Start from
Linseed can be sown by broadcasting or line drilling. For home/terrace growers, line sowing is preferred for better management. Seeds should be placed at a depth of 2-3 cm.
About Linseed (Flaxseed)
Linseed, also known as Flaxseed (Alsi in Hindi), is a versatile Rabi crop cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and strong stem fibers. It is a valuable addition to an Indian home or terrace garden due to its nutritional benefits, including Omega-3 fatty acids, and its relatively low maintenance requirements. While primarily a field crop, it can be successfully grown by small farmers and home gardeners with proper care, offering both edible seeds and potential fiber.
Climate requirements
Ideal temperature
10-27°C during growing period; 25-30°C for germination; 15-20°C for seed formation.
Heat stress above
32°C
Cold stress below
10°C
Humidity
60-65% midday humidity.
Rain sensitivity
Requires 155-200 mm rainfall during growth cycle. Heavy rains and high humidity (80% RH) can spread diseases.
Growth stages
Stage 1
Germination
Day 1–7
Stage 2
Seedling & Early Vegetative
Day 8–30
Stage 3
Branching & Late Vegetative
Day 31–60
Stage 4
Flowering
Day 61–80
Stage 5
Capsule Formation & Maturation
Day 81–110
Stage 6
Harvest
Day 111–120
Common pests and diseases
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- ⚠Aphids
- ⚠Bud fly
- ⚠Lucerne caterpillar
- ⚠Capsule borer
- ⚠Cutworms
- ⚠Thrips
- ⚠Termites
- ⚠White grubs
- ⚠Flax bollworm
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Companion plants for Linseed (Flaxseed)
Avoid planting nearby
✗ Fennel (general companion planting advice)
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