400 Large Leaf Sorrel Seeds – Rumex acetosa Perennial Herb for Fresh Greens

Large Leaf Sorrel (Rumex acetosa) is a hardy perennial herb grown for its broad, tender leaves and bright, tangy flavor. Also known as garden sorrel or common sorrel, this cool-season green is a favorite for fresh salads, soups, sauces, and traditional dishes. The vigorous plants form neat clumps of lush foliage and return year after year, making them a dependable choice for herb gardens, kitchen gardens, and edible landscapes.

With its lemony, slightly tart taste, large leaf sorrel adds a refreshing accent to spring and early summer meals. The leaves can be harvested young for salads or cooked like spinach. This perennial herb is easy to grow from seed and well suited to garden beds, raised beds, and containers. Its compact, leafy habit and tolerance of partial shade make it a useful addition to mixed plantings and permaculture gardens.

Plant Features

• Broad, tender leaves with a distinctive tangy, lemony flavor
• Hardy perennial herb that regrows each season
• Vigorous clump-forming growth habit
• Excellent for fresh salads, soups, and cooked dishes
• Adaptable to garden beds, raised beds, and containers

Growing Information

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

Planting & Care

Sow 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; light aids germination. Thin or transplant seedlings to the recommended spacing once they are large enough to handle. Sorrel prefers consistent moisture, especially during hot weather, and benefits from a layer of mulch to keep the soil cool.

Harvest outer leaves as needed, starting when plants are well established. Remove flower stalks to encourage continued leaf production. Divide crowded clumps every few years to maintain vigor. With minimal care, large leaf sorrel will provide fresh, tangy greens for seasons to come.

What's Included

400 Large Leaf Sorrel (Rumex acetosa) seeds.