100 Large Leaf Sorrel Seeds – Lemon Herb, Perennial Garden Greens

Large Leaf Sorrel is a hardy perennial herb grown for its broad, tender leaves and bright, lemony flavor. Also known as garden sorrel or common sorrel, this cool-season green adds a refreshing tang to salads, soups, sauces, and herbal teas. Its vigorous growth and attractive foliage make it a useful addition to herb gardens, edible landscapes, and kitchen beds.

Easy to grow from seed, Large Leaf Sorrel returns year after year in suitable climates and can be harvested repeatedly through the season. The young leaves are mild enough for fresh use, while mature leaves bring a sharper, citrus-like note to cooked dishes. Plants form neat clumps of large, arrow-shaped leaves that are both ornamental and productive.

Plant Features

• Perennial herb with large, broad leaves
• Distinct lemon-like flavor
• Cold-hardy and easy to grow
• Harvest repeatedly through the season
• Attractive clumping growth habit

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Rumex acetosa
• Plant Type: Perennial herb
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Clumping
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8
• Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer
• Mature Height: 12–24 inches
• Spacing: 12–18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Large Leaf Sorrel seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly in the garden after the danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface and keep them moist; they need light to germinate. Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing once they are large enough to handle. Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry spells, and mulch to retain soil moisture.

Harvest outer leaves as needed, leaving the center to continue growing. Remove flower stalks to encourage continued leaf production. In hot weather, plants may slow down; provide afternoon shade in warmer zones. Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.

What's Included

100 Large Leaf Sorrel seeds.