Bloody Dock

Perennial. Harvest the pretty leaves when small, and enjoy the famous lemony-sorrel flavor in salads, soups and more! So pretty and delicious when young and tender! Stunning foliage plant with elongated, medium green leaves, exquisitely veined in a brilliant burgundy-purple. A hardy perennial, it quickly forms an attractive clump, which sends up red flower clusters in early summer, followed by brown seed heads. A superb, deer-resistant accent plant that is sure to add elegance and flavor to your kitchen.

• 6-12 hours of Sun
• Sprouts in 10-14 Days
• Ideal Temperature: 65-75 Degrees F
• Seed Depth: 1/4"
• Plant Spacing: 10-12"
• Frost Hardy: Yes
  
• Rumex sanguineus
  

Growing Tips: Harvest tender leaves starting in early spring, remove flowering tops to keep leaves tender and to prevent unwanted volunteers. May become invasive in some climates.