When and how do I plant sorrel seeds?
Sow sorrel seeds outdoors in early spring after the last hard frost, or start indoors 4 to 6 weeks earlier. Plant about 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep; seeds germinate in 7 to 14 days at 60 to 70 F.
Is sorrel a perennial and which zones suit it?
Yes, sorrel is a hardy perennial in USDA zones 4 through 8, returning each spring for years. Give it full sun to partial shade and moist, fertile soil for the most tender leaves.
How many days until I can harvest sorrel?
You can begin picking young leaves about 40 to 60 days after sowing, once plants have several leaves. Harvest the outer leaves regularly and the plant will keep producing throughout the season.
How far apart should I space sorrel plants?
Thin sorrel to about 12 to 18 inches apart. As a perennial clump it fills out over time, so this spacing gives each plant room and keeps the bed productive for years.
What does sorrel taste like and how is it used?
Sorrel has a bright, tangy, lemony flavor. Use young leaves fresh in salads, or cook them into classic sorrel soup, sauces for fish, omelets, and butters; the leaves soften and lose their vivid color quickly when heated.
How many seeds are in the packet and are they heirloom?
Each packet contains about 150 open-pollinated heirloom, non-GMO seeds. Since sorrel is perennial, a single sowing can supply tangy greens for many seasons and you can save seed from mature plants.
Why does my sorrel taste so sour?
The tartness comes naturally from the leaves; younger leaves are milder, and cooking softens the sharp, lemony flavor.
How long do the seeds last?
Stored cool, dry, and sealed in the original packet, the seeds stay viable for a couple of years or more, with the best germination in the first year or two.
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