How to grow French Sorrel

Rumex scutatus

Cut off flowering spikes or leaf growth will cease. Invasive – will spread if not contained. Divide plant every 3-4 years.

These estimates for how long French sorrel takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

Days to Germination How long does it take French sorrel to germinate?: 7 days
Average 7 days | Min 4 days | Max 47 days (4)
Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out French sorrel?: + 10 days
Average 10 days | Min 7 days | Max 50 days (3)
Days to Maturity How long until French sorrel is ready for harvest / bloom?: + 358 days
Average 358 days | Min 315 days | Max 397 days (10)
Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow French sorrel?: = 375 days

The less common name, Buckler’s sorrel, is derived from the shape of the leaf, which looks like a medieval shield, also known as a buckler.

Buckler's sorrel, Buckler-leaved sorrel, 'Silver Shield', shield-leaf sorrel,

Misspellings: Sorel