Sorrel

Rumex acetosa, Polygonaceae

Zones

3a–7b

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Dynamic AccumulatorProducer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Sun (optimal)Full Sun (optimal)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

ModerateModerateModerate

Soil pH

5.5 – 6.8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Salad BurnetSanguisorba minor

Nutrient Accumulation

DelphiniumDelphinium elatum

Nutrient AccumulationPest Deterrent

Lambs QuartersChenopodium album

Nutrient Accumulation

BurdockArctium lappa

Nutrient Accumulation

Sweet CornZea mays var. saccharata

Nutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Flat-Leaf ParsleyPetroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum

Sorrel's spreading root system can outcompete parsley for nutrients

Uses

Functions

Nutrient AccumulationFood

Edible Parts

Leaves

Common Questions

What zones does Sorrel grow in?

Sorrel grows in USDA hardiness zones 3a through 7b.

What are good companion plants for Sorrel?

Good companions for Sorrel include Salad Burnet, Delphinium, Lambs Quarters, Burdock, Sweet Corn.

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