Organic Sorrel
Sorrel - - Rumex acetosa
Perennial Heirloom. Sorrel shows up early and stays late in your garden, offering lemony leaves at the beginning of spring through the end of fall. Perennial in USDA zones 4-9. For the best flavor, pick the leaves when young, succulent, and tender. Sorrel adds citrusy brightness to salads and as an accent to rich fish or dairy dishes. It is a traditional source of cool-season Vitamin C.
Did You Know? Sorrel is also called "Lemonade In A Leaf" due to its citrusy, refreshing flavor.
Soil Temperature: 65-75°F
Planting Depth: 1/4"-1/2"
Germination: 4-10 Days
Height At Maturity: 10"-16"
Days to Maturity: 35-60 Days
Sun/Shade:Full Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 12"-18"
Approx Seeds per Pack: 100 Seeds
Features
- Container Compatible
- Does Not Require Support
- Heirloom
- Open-Pollinated
- Requires Summer Water
- Useful in Dye Making
Characteristics
Planting & Care
Soil & Water: Grow in rich soil high in organic matter and nitrogen. They perform best with consistent moisture; drier conditions will increase the intensity of flavors.
Planting & Growing: To start indoors, plant seeds 1/4" deep in flats. Direct seed outdoors after the last frost, with seeds 2"-3" apart, 1/4" deep. Thin to 12"-18" apart. Easy to grow in containers. Lift and divide this perennial in summer.
Harvesting & Storage: Pick baby leaves before they reach their mature length of 8" and use them within a day or two.
Guarantee

Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand vegetable seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s).
Organic Sorrel is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Payment & Security
Payment methods
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
If you're not happy with your Homestead purchase for any reason, we promise to make it right, simple as that.
We're not happy until you're happy.