Growing Linseed in Île-de-France
5 adapted varieties
In Île-de-France, the local agronomic conditions (Cfb — oceanic temperate climate, 1156 growing degree days, loam soil at pH 6.9, 280 frost-free days) allow linseed cultivation.
Favorable growing period: April to October.
Recommended varieties: GALAAD, LS Anthocya, LS Kaolin
Climate
Sufficient growing degree days (1156 GDD) to complete the linseed cycle.
Notable summer water deficit (-203 mm). Pick drought-tolerant varieties.
Long frost-free season (280 days), allowing broad crop cycles.
Sowing calendar
Favorable growing period: April to October.
Soil & recommendations
Neutral pH (6.9), suitable for most crops.
Recommended varieties
GALAAD
GALAAD is a very productive and early spring oil flax linseed with very high oil content and excellent agronomic behaviour.
LS Anthocya
LS Anthocya is an anthocyanin-rich winter oil flax variety with 44.4% oil content and a 57.7% C18:3 rate.
LS Kaolin
Kaolin is a very productive spring oil flax linseed with excellent lodging tolerance and broad destination suitability.
LS Riviera
LS RIVIERA is a spring oil flax variety with early to semi early flowering and 44.5% oil content with 59.8% C18-3.
LS Apalache
LS Apalache is a winter oil flax variety combining early development with 45% oil content and a strong omega-3 profile.
| Variety | Type | Earliness | Suitability for the region |
|---|---|---|---|
| GALAAD | Spring Golden Linseed | Very early | 7/10 |
| LS Anthocya | Winter Brown Linseed | Semi - late | 7/10 |
| LS Kaolin | Spring Brown Linseed | Semi early | 7/10 |
| LS Riviera | Spring Brown Linseed | Semi early | 7/10 |
| LS Apalache | Winter Brown Linseed | Early | 7/10 |
Other adapted crops in this zone
Other regions to grow linseed
Agronomic summary
Brie and Vexin's deep silts offer prime ground for spring oilseed linseed: 1,156 GDD comfortably cover the cycle, near-neutral pH 6.9, good structure. Galaad, LS Kaolin and LS Riviera can enrich short rapeseed–wheat rotations by providing a low-N-demand precedent, while exploiting the exceptional agronomic quality of these Île-de-France cereal lands.
Frequently asked questions
Which linseed variety is best suited for Île-de-France?
The varieties recommended above are pre-selected based on local climate, soil and disease pressure. Top picks combine adapted maturity, yield stability and the specific disease tolerances needed in Île-de-France.
When is the best time to sow linseed in Île-de-France?
The favorable sowing window is typically from April to October. Exact timing depends on soil temperature (>10°C at 5 cm), weather forecast and your local agronomist's advice.
What yield can I expect from linseed in Île-de-France?
Yields depend on variety, agronomic management and the season. Under typical Île-de-France conditions with good practices, our adapted varieties target stable, competitive commercial yields. Precise ranges are available on request.