Garden Sorrel. A tall perennial with bright green arrow-shaped, edible leaves. Green flowers change to red in summer. Sharp lemon flavour,. Max Height 1m. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Rumex acetosa
A tall perennial with bright green arrow-shaped, edible leaves. Green flowers change to red in summer. Sharp lemon flavour,.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Rumex |
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Species | acetosa |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Garden Sorrel |
Flower Colour | green |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 1m |
Family | Polygonaceae |
Spread | 45cm |
Growth Speed | Fast |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Herb garden, Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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