French Sorrel, Buckler Leaf Sorrel. A low-growing perennial with silver heart-shaped, edible leaves. Greenish flowers in summer. Sharp flavour. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Rumex scutatus ‘Silver Shield’
A low-growing perennial with silver heart-shaped, edible leaves. Greenish flowers in summer. Sharp flavour.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Rumex |
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Species | scutatus |
Varietry | 'Silver Shield' |
Common Name | French Sorrel, Buckler Leaf Sorrel |
Flower Colour | green |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 45cm |
Family | Polygonaceae |
Spread | 45cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Low spreading |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | silver |
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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