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Item Number: SNV8469

Sorrel Seeds (Organic)

Tender Citrusy Addition to Salads

$2.99
/Pack
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Description

Sorrel is presented as a specific seed variety for gardeners comparing choices by growth habit, seasonal timing, mature size, and intended use. The description below separates identifying traits from sowing and growing information, keeps numerical ranges visible when they are present in the product record, and avoids turning general crop guidance into a fixed promise. Use these details with the packet and local conditions when planning the planting, then record actual emergence, harvest, or bloom timing for future sowings successfully.

Variety Details

  • Botanical name: Rumex acetosa
  • Plant type: Perennial
  • Growth habit: Upright
  • Crop category: Vegetable
  • Kitchen profile: Perennial Heirloom.
  • Recorded feature: Container Compatible
  • Product format: Seed packet

Sowing & Growing

  • Soil Temperature: 65-75°F
  • Planting Depth: 1/4"-1/2"
  • Germination: 4-10 Days
  • Height At Maturity: 10"-16"
  • Days to Maturity: 35-60 Days
  • Sun/Shade: Full Sun
  • Spacing After Thinning: 12"-18"

Use the product-specific sowing figures for Sorrel as the starting point, then adjust timing to local soil temperature and frost conditions. Prepare the bed before planting, preserve the recorded spacing, and evaluate moisture at root depth instead of following a universal calendar. Watch development as the stated maturity window approaches and harvest at the size, texture, or color preferred for the crop. Label the row with the sowing date so actual performance can inform future plantings.

Soil Temperature: 65-75°F Planting Depth: 1/4"-1/2" Germination: 4-10 Days Height At Maturity: 10"-16" Days to Maturity: 35-60 Days Sun/Shade: Full Sun Spacing After Thinning: 12"-18" Approx Seeds per Pack: 100 Seeds

Before sowing Sorrel, review the packet alongside the current product details and note any range in temperature, germination, or maturity. Ranges reflect biological and seasonal variation rather than a fixed promise. Label each planting with its date and location, then compare emergence, growth, and harvest with local weather. This record is useful for succession plantings and for deciding whether the crop fits better into an earlier or later seasonal window.

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Seed Pack Shipping

Qualifying seed-pack-only orders under $50 ship for a $7 flat rate via USPS. Spend $50 or more on qualifying seed packs and receive free USPS shipping. Available within the contiguous 48 states.

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Shipping Information

Ships from Northern CA.

Shipping Weight: 0.01 lb

Dimensions: 4.5"L x 3.25"W x 0.1"H

Features

  • Container Compatible
  • Does Not Require Support
  • Heirloom
  • Open-Pollinated
  • Requires Summer Water
  • Useful in Dye Making

Characteristics

Organic Status: Certified Organic
Certified By: CCOF
Approximate Harvest Time : Early Fall
Approximate Harvest Time : Early Summer
Approximate Harvest Time : Late Spring
Growth Habit : Upright
Life Cycle : Perennial
Plant Usage : Culinary Herb
Planting Time : Spring
Seed Unit Sizes : Seed Pack
Soil pH : 5.6 - 6.0
Soil pH : 6.1 - 6.5
Soil pH : 6.6 - 7.0
Starting Location : Direct Sow
Starting Location : Start Indoors & Transplant
Sun Requirements : Full Sun
Useful Plant Part : Leaves

Planting & Care

Soil & Water: Grow in rich soil high in organic matter and nitrogen. They perform best with consistent moisture; drier conditions will increase the intensity of flavors.

Planting & Growing: To start indoors, plant seeds 1/4" deep in flats. Direct seed outdoors after the last frost, with seeds 2"-3" apart, 1/4" deep. Thin to 12"-18" apart. Easy to grow in containers. Lift and divide this perennial in summer.

Harvesting & Storage: Pick baby leaves before they reach their mature length of 8" and use them within a day or two.

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Guarantee

Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand vegetable seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s).

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