How To Order: This species is sold in quantities of 3 lbs. If you order Qty: 1, you are ordering 3 lbs. Examples: 1 = 3 lbs, 25 = 75 bs.
 
Common Name: Sainfoin
Scientific Name: Onobrychis viciifolia
Native / Introduced: Introduced
Main Uses:
~Pasture and rangeland
~Erosion control
~Hay
Height: 1 - 4 feet
Colors: White and pink
Flowering Season: Multiple
Elevation: 8,000 feet
Soil Types: Most well drained soil
Tolerances: Fairly drought tolerant
Sun or Shade: Full sun
Minimum Precipitation: 14-18 inches
Lifecycle: Perennial
Planting Seed Rate: 10-40 lbs/acre
Estimated Seeds Per Pound: 18,000
Optimal Planting Season: Multiple
Planting Depth: 1/4 - 3/4 inch
Stratification Requirements: None
Category: Forbs
 
Description:
Sainfoin is an perennial legume introduced from Eurasia and is adapted to northern regions of the Rocky Mountains, Great Plains and Great Basin. Sainfoin has high nutritional value to most livestock and wildlife. It has a deep taproot which makes it fairly drought tolerant. Sainfoin also produces high amounts of nectar making it an excellent pollinator.
 
Resources:
NRCS Plant Profile: https://plants.usda.gov/home/plantProfile?symbol=ONVI
NRCS Plant Guide: https://plants.usda.gov/DocumentLibrary/plantguide/pdf/pg_onvi.pdf
NRCS Plant Fact Sheet: https://plants.usda.gov/DocumentLibrary/factsheet/pdf/fs_onvi.pdf