COMMON SORREL AB
Rumex acetosa
Sorrel is a polygonaceae plant that can be grown in the vegetable garden or as a condiment in the garden. It particularly likes light, fresh, and rich soils. It will thrive in both sun and shade. Although it thrives in the ground, it is possible to grow it in a pot on the terrace or balcony; you will need to water it regularly and add compost during the annual repotting. The foliage of this sorrel is tangy. It is a must-have in soups and sauces.
Sorrel sowing
Sowing is done during spring until July. Cover the seeds with seed compost one to two times their thickness. Firm. Water. Keep the soil moist.
Seed germination takes 15 days on average when the soil is sufficiently warm.
Sorrel harvest
The leaves are harvested as needed and consumed quickly. Cutting off the emerging flower stems encourages the growth of new, more tender leaves.
