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YELLOW SWEET CLOVER
FORAGES · LEGUMES #1072 · MELILOTIS OFFICINALIS

YELLOW
SWEET CLOVER

$230.00

The biennial sweet clover — two years of deep-rooted soil building, nitrogen fixation, and heavy bee forage.

SIZE
● IN STOCK — SHIPS FROM ENID, OK RATE: 5-10 LBS PER ACRE

SUMMARY

Yellow sweet clover (Melilotus officinalis) is a plant species that belongs to the pea family (Fabaceae). It is often recognized for its bright yellow flowers and its sweet scent, which is why it is called “sweet clover.” Yellow sweet clover grows as a biennial plant, meaning it has a two-year life cycle.

01

BIENNIAL CYCLE

Two seasons of growth for deeper soil conditioning.

02

DEEP TAPROOT

Penetrates compaction further than annual sweet clover.

03

NITROGEN FIXATION

Substantial nitrogen contribution over the stand's life.

04

BEE FORAGE

Heavy second-year bloom is a premier nectar source.

05

RECLAMATION

A standard species for rebuilding disturbed and poor soils.

06

DROUGHT HARDY

Taproot carries it through dry stretches.

07

COUMARIN CAUTION

Sweet clover requires care in hay — improperly cured bales can cause bleeding issues.

PLANTING INFORMATION
Planting Rate5-10 LBS PER ACRE
Planting SeasonLate-Summer; Early-Spring
Plant Depth (in)0.25–0.5"
Minimum Soil Temp for Germination42° F
Optimal Soil pH6.5–8
EstablishmentEasy
SEED INFORMATION
Seeds Per Pound260,000
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Leaf ColorGreen
Growing CycleBiennial
Sun RequirementFull Sun
NativeNo
ZONE
Regional Growing Zone1; 2; 3; 4; 5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10
USDA Plant Hardiness Zones1; 2; 3; 4; 5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10
Temperature ZoneWarm; Cool; Transitional
Taxonomy details not published for this product.