Genus: Rumex

Common Names: dock, sorrel

Description coming soon.

Distribution: widespread

Rumex acetosa

Common name(s): sorrel, garden sorrel, 

Description: perennial; a very nutritional herb with a higher vitamin content than both kale and spinach. Forms a rosette of tangy green leaves that can be harvested any time. Young (small) leaves have the best flavor and are best for any fresh application; older leaves are best used for soups or sauces. Quite popular in Eurasia and parts of Africa but not as well known in the U.S.

Height: to 2 ft. Spread: to 2 ft.

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Uses: culinary- salads, omelettes, soups and sauces

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Rumex scutatus

Common name(s): French sorrel, French buckler sorrel

Description: perennial; forms a basal rosette of shield-shaped leaves with a mild, citrusy flavor that many prefer to the typical garden sorrel (R. acetosa). Very high in nutrients and the best choice for French sorrel soup!

Height: to 1 ft. Spread: to 1 ft.

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Uses: culinary- salads, omelettes, soups and sauces

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Drought: adapted to 3 months of summer drought