French Sorrel, Buckler Leaf Sorrel. A low-growing perennial with bright pale arrow-shaped, edible leaves. Greenish flowers in summer. Sharp flavour. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Rumex scutatus
A low-growing perennial with bright pale arrow-shaped, edible leaves. Greenish flowers in summer. Sharp flavour.
Additional information
| Generic | Rumex |
|---|---|
| Species | scutatus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | French Sorrel, Buckler Leaf Sorrel |
| Flower Colour | green |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 30cm |
| Family | Polygonaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Low spreading |
| 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 | |
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| Maintenance | |
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