Sainfoin (Onobrychis Viciifolia) - 50 Seeds

Other Common Names: Common Sainfoin / Holy Clover

Color:
Lovely pink blooms

Planting Instructions:

• Sow Seeds: Outdoors after the last frost in spring or in the fall.

Plant Details:

• Bloom Time: Late spring to early fall (repeat bloomer)
• Height: 24 - 32 inches
• Spacing: 3 - 6 inches apart
• Hardiness Zone: 3 - 10
• Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
• Soil & Water Preferences: Average, well-draining soil

Quantity:
50 Seeds

Other Information:
Sainfoin is a stunning flowering forage legume that boasts showy flower spikes, each carrying up to 50 blooms, providing a rich source of nectar for bees and butterflies. This perennial is not only beautiful but also highly beneficial; as a legume, it effectively fixes nitrogen in the soil, enhancing soil fertility, making it an excellent choice for cover crops and green manure.

Typically grown for livestock, Sainfoin offers nutritious forage that is high in tannins and protein, making it a favored food source for cattle and sheep. Its resilience to both drought and frost surpasses that of alfalfa and clover, making it a dependable choice for various climates. For those seeking a visually appealing and functional forage crop, Sainfoin is an outstanding option that combines beauty with practicality.