Alfalfa
Medicago sativa
Alfalfa is a deep rooted and moderately long-lived perennial. Alfalfa is one of the most widely used legumes for hay production. Also found in pasture, range and revegetation mixes. Some alfalfa varieties exhibit spreading ability that is suitable for grazing. Alfalfa can cause bloating.
Lifespan: perennial
Season: cool
Uses: hay, pasture, soil improvement
Native or Introduced: Introduced
Annual Average Precipitation: 11 inches
Field Seeding Rate (lbs/acre): 6 to 10
Turf Seeding Rate (lbs/1000 s.f.): n/a
