Sainfoin

Onobrychis viciifolia

Sainfoin is a perennial legume with pea-like flowers that range from pink to purple and bloom throughout the summer. Elk, deer, sheep and cattle prefer Sainfoin and will graze it readily over other forage types. Sainfoin can be used for hay and pasture and has an excellent recovery after cutting or pasturing. This legume is nonbloating and is extremely winter hardy. Growing Height: 12 to 36" Min Yearly Rainfall:22" Seeds Per Pound: 30,000 Acre Rate: 40 lbs Lbs per 1000sq feet: 2 lbs Growing Region:West