White Sweetclover Seeds – Drought-Tolerant Pollinator Plant

White Sweetclover Seeds produce hardy, fast-growing plants known for their tall clusters of fragrant white blooms. Commonly found in meadows, pastures, and gardens, White Sweetclover (Melilotus albus) is highly valued for its ability to enrich soil through nitrogen fixation and attract beneficial pollinators like bees and butterflies. This resilient plant grows well in a variety of soils, tolerates drought once established, and is ideal for erosion control, green manure, or naturalized landscapes.

White Sweetclover thrives in full sun and performs exceptionally well in dry to moderately moist conditions, making it a reliable addition to sustainable or pollinator-friendly gardens.

Features:

• Type: Biennial flowering plant

• Common Name (US): White Sweetclover

• Scientific Name: Melilotus albus

• Flower Color: White

• Growth Habit: Upright and bushy

• Height: 3–5 feet (90–150 cm)

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil; tolerates poor and alkaline soils

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Watering: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established

• Bloom Time: Late spring to mid-summer

• Special Feature: Nitrogen fixer; attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Specifications:

• Planting Season: Early spring or late fall

• Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 3–9

• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors; cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination Time: 14–21 days

• Germination Temperature: 60–70°F (15–21°C)

• Spacing Between Plants: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)

• Mature Plant Height: 3–5 feet (90–150 cm)

• Best Growing Months:

  • Northern Zones (3–5): April to August

  • Mid Zones (6–7): March to September

  • Southern Zones (8–9): February to October

• Maintenance: Low; trim or mow before seed set to control spread

• Uses: Pollinator gardens, soil improvement, erosion control, cover cropping, and natural landscaping