Sainfoin
Onobrychis viciifolia
Sainfoin is a hardy, low-maintenance perennial legume that thrives in well-drained, alkaline soils with full sun to partial shade. Once established it is tolerant of dry conditions and rarely needs supplemental watering, making it excellent for meadow gardens or wildlife plantings. Its bright pink flower spikes are highly attractive to bees and butterflies throughout summer.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
6″ – 36″
Soil
sandy loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Deeply But Infrequently, Allowing Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
6 – 8.5
Temperature
-25° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 18″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 10, 2019 by Manu Pacha (cc-by-sa)
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