Melilotus officinalis

Yellow Blossom Sweetclover

$6.24 /lb

Tap-rooted legume; builds soil organic matter on low fertility sites; source of nectar and pollen for honeybees.

Map Key

Present in state
Present and native in county; not rare
Present and native in county; rare
State or county listed as noxious
Present but introduced in county
Not present in state
Species extirpated (historic)
Present in state; exotic

This map shows the native and introduced (adventive) range of this species. Given appropriate habitat and climate, native plants can be grown outside their range.

Indicator Regions
Northcentral & Northeast:
FACU
Midwest
FACU
Eastern Mountains and Piedmont:
FACU
Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain
FACU
Yellow Blossom Sweetclover Planting Information

Planting details can vary based on your region, site conditions, and seed mix. For best results, we recommend reviewing our detailed planting guides. These guides include region-specific timing, site preparation, seeding methods, and tips for establishing native species successfully.

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Details
Species
Yellow Blossom Sweetclover
Species Type
Naturalized
Habitat
Mine spoil, roadsides, waste places.
Life Cycle
Biennial
Bloom Period
Summer
Typical Height
6.50000
Minimum Root Depth
32
pH
5.00000
-
8.00000
Flower Color
Yellow
Approx. seeds per lb
259000
Seeding rate per acre in a mix
Please contact customer service for seeding rate information.
Truax Seedbox
Fine
Tolerances
Shade
Full Sun
Drought
High
Salt
Moderate

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