Large Leaf Sorrel Organic Seeds (Rumex acetosa) Zesty, lemon-flavored greens with broad leaves. Perennial edible perfect for salads, soups, and permaculture beds.

$2.49

Minimum: 50+ Seeds

Zesty, Lemon-Flavored Greens for Salads and Soups

Large Leaf Sorrel is a tangy, nutrient-rich perennial green with wide, tender leaves and a bold citrus flavor. This cold-hardy edible thrives in gardens and permaculture systems, offering an early-season harvest when few greens are available.

Loved by chefs and gardeners alike, sorrel brings brightness to any meal and texture to any edible landscape.


🌿 Why You’ll Love It:

🍋 Distinct Lemon Flavor Adds a Zing to Dishes
🌱 Quick Growing and Cut-and-Come-Again
🛖 Ideal for Edible Landscapes and Food Forests
💚 Packed with Vitamins C and A
🌾 Cold-Hardy Perennial That Returns Each Year


🏡 Perfect For:

  • Fresh salads, pesto, and sauces

  • Hearty soups and creamy sorrel dishes

  • Herb spirals, permaculture beds, and cottage gardens

  • Early spring and late fall harvests

  • Gourmet growers and farmer’s markets


🌱 Planting and Growing Info:

  • Botanical Name: Rumex acetosa

  • Plant Type: Perennial

  • Height: 12 to 24 inches

  • Flavor Profile: Tangy, lemony, slightly tart

  • Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

  • Soil Needs: Moist, well-draining soil

  • Zones: USDA 4 to 9

  • Harvest Time: 60 days from seed


🌿 Growing Tips:

  • Direct sow in early spring or fall

  • Keep soil evenly moist for tender leaves

  • Snip outer leaves often to encourage fresh growth

  • Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor

  • Mulch in hot climates to reduce bitterness


Large Leaf Sorrel is one of the easiest gourmet greens you can grow. Its bright, citrusy taste and reliable harvests make it a staple in any edible garden, from backyard beds to regenerative farms.