Sorrel, Common Sorrel Seeds Heirloom

Variety Info.:

Botanical Name: Rumex acetosa

Days to Maturity: 60 days

Family: Polygonaceae

Native: Morocco, Europe, Asia, and Australia

Hardiness: Hardy perennial in USDA zones 3–7

Plant Dimensions: 18″–24″ tall and wide

Variety Information: Green, crinkled, arrow-shaped leaves with lemony spinach flavor

Attributes: Good for Containers

Sowing Info.:

When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks before your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 50°F, or sow in late fall for early spring germination.

When to Start Inside: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 68°–86°F.

Days to Emerge: 5–10 days

Seed Depth: ⅛”

Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 8″

Row Spacing: 24″

Thinning: When 2″ tall, thin to 1 every 8″

Growing Info.:

Harvesting: Pinch or cut off the young, outer leaves. Pick regularly to encourage new, tender growth, even if you don’t need the leaves; sorrel can be frozen for later use. A few of the interior, small leaves can be harvested occasionally without harm to the plant.