Sorrel Bloody Dock (Rumex sanquineus)

Additional Details

When to Sow Bloody Dock Sorrel Seeds

Sow March to April. Plant out May to June.

Harvest

July onwards.

Where to Sow

Sow seeds under glass 0.5cm (¼") deep, in small trays of seed sowing compost and lightly cover the seeds with a sprinkling of compost, and place at a temperature of 15°C.

What to do Next

Prick out seedlings individually to 7cm (3") pots, once large enough to handle. Grow on in cooler conditions, then gradually harden off plants in a cold frame before planting out after risk of frost has passed. Transplant to final positions 30cm (12in) apart or into larger containers. Cut the leaves, as required, a few from each plant so that they will regrow quickly.

Handy Tip

Can also be grown and used as a tasty baby leaf to garnish salads.