Description
Sainfoin Seeds for Bees and Pollinators
Create a thriving food source for bees with sainfoin seeds (Onobrychis viciifolia) – a traditional flowering plant loved by pollinators and valued by farmers and gardeners for centuries.
Sainfoin produces abundant nectar-rich pink flowers that attract honeybees, bumblebees and other beneficial insects. Unlike many plants, sainfoin continues to produce nectar even during dry weather, making it a reliable forage plant when other flowers struggle.
Its name translates from French as “healthy hay”, reflecting its long history as a beneficial plant for both livestock and soil.
Why Bees Love Sainfoin
Sainfoin is widely recognised as one of the best nectar plants for bees, offering a dependable food source throughout the growing season.
Benefits include:
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Highly attractive to bees and pollinators
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Nectar production even in dry conditions
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Beautiful pink flower spikes
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Long flowering season from late spring through summer
Planting sainfoin helps create a valuable habitat for pollinators while adding natural beauty to your garden or meadow.
Soil-Improving Wildflower
Sainfoin doesn’t just help bees — it also benefits your soil.
As a nitrogen-fixing legume, it naturally improves soil fertility by adding nitrogen back into the ground. This means healthier soil without the need for chemical fertilisers.
It is also:
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Hardy and drought-tolerant
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Low maintenance once established
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Perennial in suitable conditions
Planting Instructions
When to Sow
Spring or autumn.
How to Sow
Scatter seeds thinly onto well-prepared, free-draining soil.
Lightly rake the seed into the surface and gently firm the soil.
Keep moist until seedlings establish.
Where to Plant
Perfect for:
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Wildlife gardens
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Wildflower meadows
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Paddock margins
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Sunny garden borders
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Pollinator patches
Coverage
A 50g pack covers approximately 10m², making it ideal for starting a bee-friendly patch or enhancing an existing wildflower area.
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