sheep's sorrel

How to Grow and Care for sheep's sorrel

sheep's sorrel · Rumex acetosella

Grows best in full sun in any soil, in mild areas may grow all year round. Self-seeds freely and also spreads from the roots so can be difficult to control or eradicate. See the advice page on controlling sheep's sorrel for more details

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterloggingSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeHarmful if eaten in large amounts. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing sheep's sorrel

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Care difficulty1 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
ToxicityHarmful if eaten in large amounts. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grows best in full sun in any soil, in mild areas may grow all year round. Self-seeds freely and also spreads from the roots so can be difficult to control or eradicate. See the advice page on controlling sheep's sorrel for more details

How to Water sheep's sorrel?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for sheep's sorrel?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for sheep's sorrel?

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What Soil Is Best for sheep's sorrel?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for sheep's sorrel?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize sheep's sorrel?

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

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How to Prune sheep's sorrel?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate sheep's sorrel?

Propagate by seed

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How to Transplant sheep's sorrel?

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How to Care for sheep's sorrel in Winter?

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How to Plant sheep's sorrel?

Grows best in full sun in any soil, in mild areas may grow all year round. Self-seeds freely and also spreads from the roots so can be difficult to control or eradicate. See the advice page on controlling sheep's sorrel for more details

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How to Repot sheep's sorrel?

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How to Harvest sheep's sorrel?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and aphids

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The Toxicity of sheep's sorrel

Harmful if eaten in large amounts. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of sheep's sorrel

Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitClump forming
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Scientific Classification

Species
Rumex acetosella
Genus
Rumex
Family
Polygonaceae
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FAQs About sheep's sorrel

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