Description

Create a haven for bees with pure Sainfoin — a beautiful, traditional meadow flower packed with benefits for pollinators and the soil.

Sainfoin (Onobrychis viciifolia) is a true champion for pollinators, producing an abundance of nectar-rich pink flowers that bees absolutely adore. Its name even means “healthy hay” in French — historically valued not only for its beauty but for its ability to naturally enrich the soil.

Incredible for bees: Sainfoin produces nectar even in dry conditions when other flowers struggle, making it a reliable forage plant.

Long flowering: Blooms beautifully from late spring through summer.

Soil-friendly: Naturally fixes nitrogen, improving soil health without the need for chemical fertilisers.

Low maintenance: Hardy, drought-tolerant, and perennial in the right conditions.

Planting Instructions:

When to Sow: Spring or autumn onto well-prepared, free-draining soil.

How to Sow: Scatter thinly, lightly rake in, and firm the soil. Keep moist until seedlings are established.

Where: Ideal for wildlife gardens, wildflower patches, paddock margins, or even sunny spots in borders.

Coverage:
50g covers approximately 10m² — perfect for starting your own bee-friendly patch or enhancing a wildflower area.