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This isn’t something to worry about, unless you suffer from inflammatory bowel disease or are prone to kidney stones. Even then, the younger leaves have a much lower oxalic acid content than older leaves, so can still be safe in moderation. Speak to your doctor if you have any concerns. Common Sorrel Problems Divide established sorrel plants every couple of years in spring or autumn to rejuvenate congested clumps and ensure plants are productive. In terms of soil, sorrel prefers a rich and slightly acidic mix. Adding plenty of organic matter to your growing area will help to encourage healthy leaf growth. How to Grow Sorrel from Seed habitat - Moist Grassland (Clay, Loams) Dry Grassland (clay, loam), Very Acidic Soil (Peats, Heaths),Once settled in, sorrel is usually robust and healthy. Seedlings and young leaves should be protected from slugs and snails. Soft new growth may also attract aphids, although treatment is rarely necessary. The sour, lemony flavour of sorrel is quite strong. For this reason, many tend to use it as an accent in dishes, rather than as a main ingredient. However, so long as you treat it right, sorrel can be showcased in so many ways. Here are a few ideas: There are three species of sorrel that are grown for their edible leaves and can be easily confused, but each looks different and offers slightly different qualities:

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Red-veined sorrel ( Rumex sanguineus var. sanguineus) – the long, pointed leaves with a dark red mid-rib, veins and stem are both decorative and edible, with a sharp flavour Sorrel doesn’t need much preparation. Simply give the leaves a wash under running water, using your fingers to dislodge any stubborn bits of dirt, and they’re ready to be used. The name ‘common’ really does describe this plant and we can usually find it in any grass type environment at any time of year save a very harsh winter or a drought over summer. See Other Facts below before consumption. Hedgerow Type Sorrel is known to contain quite high levels of oxalic acid. The estimated maximum intake of sorrel is 50 g fresh weight a day. Once your sorrel plants are established, they won’t need much in terms of care, especially if you’re regularly harvesting them. However, if you want your plants to truly thrive, here’s what you need to do: Watering SorrelSorrel salt, which refers to its binoxalate of potash component, or oxalates, was once sold as ‘ Salts of Lemons’ and used to bleach straw or remove rust marks from linen. It was also used to remove ink stains, but only if the ink had been made from Oak galls and salt of iron. Safety Note Its tendency to appear as one of the first plants in spring meant it was once a highly valued edible green.

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Mulches are usually applied around plants to help suppress weeds while maintaining consistent moisture levels. Sorrel does best when kept well-watered. If the soil runs too dry, your plants will likely bolt early, which turns the leaves tough and bitter. Sorrel typically reaches 60cm (24") high, with very strong roots that will compete with other plants. The flowers are not especially attractive, so this plant is one that can be planted behind or amongst other vigorous crops. It is usually grown as a perennial, so plant it where it can stay for a few years. It will tolerate sun or partial shade. When to plant your sorrel Common sorrel grows up to 10–120 cm. Its stalks bear clusters of small reddish-green to brown flowers and the bright-green leaves are long, oblong and spear-shaped. Status

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Oxalis corniculata has a creeping habit and small yellow flowers followed by upright seed capsules. A purple-leaved colour variant is quite common If you’re planning on using your sorrel as a herb, then one or two plants is all that your garden needs. However, if you want to make the most of its zesty zing and use it throughout the spring and summer as a main salad ingredient and as a spinach replacement, aim to grow three to four sorrel plants per person. Growing Requirements for Sorrel Warm summer temperatures will cause your sorrel plants to bolt. This means that they’ll send up flower stalks, which turn into flowers and then seeds.