Dock / Sorrel

Perennial. Also known as Red Sorrel. 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.

• 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.

Sorrel is appreciated in native cuisines throughout Europe and in many parts of Asia and Africa, as well. A perennial, it is available in early spring, before many annual crops have even been sown! The lemony tartness of the young succulent leaves gives a tangy twist to salads. Widely used in soups; combine with spinach for an authentic spanikopita. This cultivated variety with clear green leaves is much slower bolting than the wild species.

• 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 acetosa
  

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.