Sainfoin ‘Shoshone’ – Onobrychis viciifolia 100 Seeds | Nitrogen-Fixing Forage | Open-Pollinated
$9.99
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Enhance your pasture, garden, or restoration project with 100 Sainfoin ‘Shoshone’ (Onobrychis viciifolia) seeds. This hardy perennial legume is valued for its nitrogen-fixing ability, drought tolerance, and beautiful pink flower spikes that attract bees and beneficial pollinators.
‘Shoshone’ Sainfoin is commonly used for forage, erosion control, and soil improvement. Its deep root system helps improve soil structure while supporting sustainable land management practices. Unlike some legumes, sainfoin is known for being highly palatable to livestock and wildlife.
Ideal for homesteads, pasture mixes, pollinator plantings, and regenerative agriculture projects.
You will receive:
✔️ 100 Sainfoin ‘Shoshone’ seeds
✔️ Open-pollinated, non-GMO seeds
✔️ Freshly packed for optimal germination
✔️ Growing instructions included
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Sainfoin ‘Shoshone’
Botanical Name: Onobrychis viciifolia
Plant Type: Perennial legume
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soils
Watering: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 2–3 feet
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
USDA Zones: 4–8
Cold Stratification: Not required
💡 Care Tip: Sow directly in well-drained soil and avoid heavy clay or poorly drained areas. Lightly scarifying seeds before planting may improve germination rates.
Sainfoin ‘Shoshone’ – Onobrychis viciifolia 100 Seeds | Nitrogen-Fixing Forage | Open-Pollinated
$9.99