Scientific Name: Medicago sativa Origin: United States Approx. Cups/Lb: 2.5
If you cant find alfalfa leaves in your local store, growing your own is a snap. Alfalfa is a deep-rooting, bushy perennial that grows to 3 feet and resembles tall clover. The leaves are divided into three leaflets. Alfalfa grows best in a loamy soil. It tolerates clay but not sand, which lacks sufficient nutrients. Seeds are usually sown in autumn. Prepare the soil with manure and rock phosphate. Young plants require regular watering, but once established, they become fairly drought tolerant.
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