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Sainfoin

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Specially good on dry, shallow soils not lacking in lime. Perennial, winter hardy legume. Can withstand drought due to deep network of roots. Much cultivated as a protein rich fodder plant and nitrogen fixing soil improver. Rich pink flowers, with a good flow of nectar and pollen for bees. Sowing depth: 2-3 cm.

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Characteristics

Botanical name: Onobrychis viciifoliaOver wintering: yesVegetation period: perennialSpecific qualities: Withstands extremely dry conditions.Bee pasture: yesCut-and-come-again: no

Cultivation

Sowing date: April - mid AugustAmount of seed needed: 1.9 kg/aSowing depth: 2-3 cm

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