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Common Sorrel

Common Sorrel

Rumex acetosa

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  • Rumex acetosa (Sorrel) with a fresh citrus flavor.
  • Ideal as culinary herbs for salads and sauces.
  • Easy to grow in pots or in the ground.
  • Rich in vitamin C and leafy greens.
  • Versatile in soups, sauces, and herb blends.
Rumex acetosa Common Sorrel is a savory, sun-loving perennial with slender stems and bright green, lemony leaves. Its fresh, tangy flavor adds brightness to many dishes. This plant grows vigorously, delivering vibrant foliage that thrives in a variety of soils. Enjoy its crisp leaves as a versatile ingredient for salads, soups, and sauces in your garden supply. Add to your collection for a seasonal harvest with nutritional value and distinctive aroma. A welcome addition to any herb-focused lineup.

Care and Watering

Rumex acetosa thrives in moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil lightly damp, and mulch to retain moisture; avoid waterlogging that can rot roots.

Maintenance

Remove spent leaves, thin crowded patches, and divide every 2–3 years to maintain vigor and tidy growth.

Location

Plant in partial shade to sun in cooler areas; in hot locations provide shade afternoon and enrich the bed with compost for steady moisture.

Tips

Harvest young leaves for best flavor, prune after flowering, and monitor for aphids or slugs.

Rumex acetosa (sorrel) is a charming addition to any kitchen corner, with lightly curled, dark green leaves that look fresh and striking. The sharp, lemony taste makes it a decorative flavoring on plates and in salads, and at the same time adds visual finesse. In our kitchen herbs collection, sorrel brings color, texture and a refined touch to dishes and presentations.
Flowering months
May June
Density per m2 5 a 7
Max height full grown 0 cm
Standing Part shade, Full sun
Properties Winter hardy., Fragrant., Deciduous.
Flower color Red
Leaf color Green

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Pickup 15% discount

Kleine Dries 25 - 8600 Diksmuide   

  • Discount not combinable with other promotions

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Delivery costs

BE € 4,95     NL € 5,95
DE € 6,95     FR € 9,95
AT € 14,95     DK € 16,95
IT € 16,95     ES € 19,95
SK € 19,95     CZ € 19,95
SE € 20,95     IE € 20,95
LU € 20,95    

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