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Sainfoin Seeds

Sainfoin Seeds

• Tall spikes of pink, pea-like flowers
• Perennial legume with nitrogen-fixing ability
• Drought tolerant and deep-rooted
• Attracts bees and beneficial insects

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Description

Sainfoin (Onobrychis viciifolia) is a perennial legume grown for forage, cover cropping, and soil improvement. Features tall spikes of pink, pea-like flowers. Deep taproot and pinnate leaves. Drought tolerant and nitrogen-fixing. Reaches 1–3 feet tall. Attracts bees and beneficial insects.

Product features

• Tall spikes of pink, pea-like flowers
• Perennial legume reaches 1–3 feet tall
• Deep taproot and pinnate leaves
• Fixes atmospheric nitrogen, improving soil fertility
• Drought tolerant once established
• Attracts bees and beneficial insects
• Suitable for pastures, cover crops, and wildflower meadows
• Non-bloating forage for livestock

Planting Season: Sow in spring after last frost, or in fall in mild climates.

Light Requirement: Full sun.

Seed Prep: Inoculate seeds with rhizobium bacteria specific to sainfoin before planting for nitrogen fixation.

Water Needs: Low to moderate; keep evenly moist during germination. Once established, water sparingly. Drought tolerant.

Planting Depth: ½–1 inch.

Sowing Method: Direct sow.

Hardiness Zones: USDA zones 4–8.