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Just give it some basic care- water, sun, and prune it regularly. That’s it. Grow it indoors or in your garden, sorrel is sure to please. If you want to have more sorrel for next season, you should set aside some of your plants for bolting/flowering specifically. Is garden sorrel invasive? Replant those as individual plants. That’s it. You’re done. They should root on their own and establish their new root systems over time. Propagating sorrel is simple. It’s just like most garden edibles (think green onion or catmint). No cold stratification, seed scarring, or specific this-or-that planting instructions. Woot! Turn your oven to 180F and watch them dry up. Turn it off around the 10-minute mark or if they start to burn. Let it cool.

Rumex vesicarius is likewise used as a culinary ingredient except that it grows in the heat and dust of India. 2 Rumex vesicarius. (n.d.). India Biodiversity Portal. Retrieved March 24, 2023, from https://indiabiodiversity.org/species/show/266390 The only problem you need to keep an eye open for are slugs and snails, which are not too difficult to repel or eliminate. Sorrel is best eaten fresh, but if you want to preserve some for future use, then prepare it soon after harvesting. If possible, make it into your final dish before freezing it. For example, make a soup or stew before batching it up and freezing for use over the winter. I recommend growing sorrel near the house where you can easily harvest leaves and cut off any flowering stems that appear,” says Dan Ori, a Horticultural Consultant. If you’re after baby greens, you pull the entire plant out when it’s just a few inches tall. If you want to do a cut and come again, then you cut as necessary by using the older leaves first.Use a moisture tester (soil meter) for easier judgment of when to water it. Soggy soil can introduce mold, mildew, fungus, or pests.

The soil should be well cultivated and fairly rich although not freshly manured. Sorrel actually does best in a semi-shaded position. Unlike many herbs that like it dry, sorrel will require watering in hot and dry weather or the leafy plants will wilt and die. Its tarty flavor and rich texture make it good for everything from sour cream to eggs. It’s low maintenance, easy to harvest, and doesn’t require any costly upkeep. You can also just buy a baby sorrel plant from the nursery and call it a day. There’s no wrong way to do it. Starting from sorrel seed You may choose to restrict the collection or use of your personal information in the following ways: Planting in a container has a clear advantage here- you can move it around to always get direct sunlight no matter the season.Of course, prune off any damaged or infested leaves as you go. Don’t uproot the plant by pulling the leaves. Always use sterilized pruners. The sorrel plant is native to European countries, such as France, Greece, Rome, Egypt, and the Caribbeans. In many cultures, it is considered more of a leaf and herb than a vegetable. Sorrel can be grown indoors easily. It tends well to pots and you can grow it near a sunny window or use grow lights.

Sorrel grows in full sun for about 6 hours per day, but it can also handle shade. If your garden doesn’t get strong sun rays, partial shade is OK. If you want baby greens, they don’t need a ton of space between each plant because they won’t grow that much before you harvest. Any personal information which you supply will not be divulged to a third party unless that third party is integral to the purpose for which you gave us your information or where required by law. Sorrel is a great source of antioxidants, which are beneficial compounds that protect your cells from damage by neutralizing harmful free radicals. Don’t water the leaves. Put 1-2 inches of straw mulch or grass clippings to help keep moisture levels consistent.

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You’ll want to make sure it gets plenty of sunlight and that it’s planted in well-draining soil that can consume a consistent amount of moisture. There are two common types of sorrel seeds available, the most common varieties are the French sorrel known as Rumex scutatus, and garden sorrel, which is also known as Rumex acestosa. Plant R. acetosa or Common Sorrel seeds in April, sowing them 15-20cm apart and about 1cm under the soil. It has many health benefits which include, being rich in fiber, aiding in regulating blood pressure, helping to maintain vision, being a good source of iron, boosting immunity, helping soothe skin conditions, and helping maintain heart health.