Flax, Sussex

New for 2012  Linum usitatissimum. A heritage English flax/linseed from Sussex. Noteworthy for its high alpha-linolenic acid (an Omega-3 fatty acid) content when compared to other varieties tested by the Irish Seed Savers Association. Many western diets are deficient in Omega-3 and excessive in Omega-6, balancing this ratio could offer many health benefits including battling depression and mood disorders. Eighteen varieties were tested with polyunsaturated fat percentages between 28-75%, and Sussex had the highest. A fairly tall flax, about 3,' would be good for fiber. Brown seeds. From The Irish Seed Savers Association.
 
4 g packet ≈ 225 seeds.  $3.00