Sorrel

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Sorrel

Sorrel Overview

DESCRIPTIONSorrel begins growth in early spring, providing salad greens when few other edibles are available. The plant thrives in full sun or partial shade, and it prefers moist soil. Some types can be grown in shallow water. Sorrel develops a mound of foliage that grows 12-18 inches tall, and it sends up a flower stalk with green flowers that mature to reddish-brown seeds. Remove seed stalks to prevent the plant from self-sowing. 
GENUS NAMERumex spp.
COMMON NAMESorrel
PLANT TYPEHerb, Perennial, Water Plant
LIGHTPart Sun, Sun
HEIGHT6 to 6 inches
WIDTH12 to 24 inches
FLOWER COLORGreen
SEASON FEATURESSummer Bloom
SPECIAL FEATURESCut Flowers, Good for Containers, Low Maintenance
ZONES3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
PROPAGATIONDivision, Seed
 

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Bloody dock

Bloody dock

Rumex sanguineus is also known as red-vein dock because it has deep green leaves with contrasting deep red to maroon veins. This species is grown more for its ornamental value than for culinary purposes. While perfectly at home in the perennial border, it also can be grown in shallow water in the water garden. Zones 5-8

 
French sorrel

French sorrel

Rumex scutatus is a low-acid species well suited to the vegetable and herb garden. It is also sometimes called buckler sorrel or shield-leaf sorrel, a reference to its shield-shape green leaves. The young leaves impart a tangy flavor with hints of lemon. Old leaves may become bitter. French sorrel grows 1 foot tall and wide. Zones 4-9

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