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Rumex acetosa of the Polygonaceae family grows wild in large parts of the North. It is a perennial, easy to grow, about 30 cm tall, broad-leaved, nourishing and early foliage plant of acidic, slightly lemony taste. Sow directly and thin out to a mutual space of 20 cm. The sorrel likes half-shadow and should be harvested continually. The leaves are used fresh in salads and cooked in vegetable-, fish- and meat dishes.
1300 seeds/s. A portion contains about 600 seeds.
| Product number: | K545 |
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| Scientific name: | Rumex acetosa |
| Botanic family: | The Knotweed Family - Polygonaceae |
| Organic: | Yes |
| Lifespan: | Annual |
| F1 Hybrid: | No |
| New variety: | No |
| Sowing time: | April–June |
| Sowing depth: | 1 cm |
| Germination time: | 10–16 days |
| Plant spacing: | 20 cm |
| Row spacing: | 30–40 cm |
| Height: | 30–40 cm |
| Plant location: | Sun–Shade |
| Harvest/blooming: | July–frost |
| Seeds/g: | 1300 seeds |
| Other: | Perennial |
| Heirloom variety: | Yes |
Cultivation advice
Sowing
Sow directly ourdoors about 1 cm deep.Spacing
Thin out to a mutual space of 20 cm.Harvest
The sorrel likes half-shadow and should be harvested continually. The leaves are used fresh in salads and cooked in vegetable-, fish- and meat dishes.Seed
1300 seeds/g.A portion contains about 600 seeds.