Territorial Seed Company Sorrel
Best leafy green for gardeners seeking quick harvests and vibrant salads.
This is the ultimate dual-threat for the garden, offering a striking ornamental look alongside a sharp, lemony punch that elevates any salad. You sacrifice the mildness of standard greens for this bold, tangy profile, but the fast harvest and frost tolerance make it an effortless win for consistent kitchen use.
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Territorial Seed
Who it's for
- Home cooks and gardeners seeking edible, eye-catching landscape accents
- Busy gardeners wanting reliable, low-effort perennial harvests
- Organic growers looking for naturally resilient, pest-free leafy greens
Who should skip it
- Individuals with health conditions sensitive to high oxalic acid levels
- Gardeners in hot climates struggling with early summer bolting
- Meticulous gardeners wanting to prevent unwanted plant spread
Performance breakdown
Germination Speed
Rapid emergence ensures a quick turnaround from sowing to first harvest.
Visual Impact
Striking crimson veins provide exceptional ornamental value in any garden bed.
Culinary Versatility
Tangy leaves transition seamlessly from fresh salads to cooked savory dishes.
Growth Resilience
Hardy enough to withstand light frosts for an extended growing season.
Maintenance Ease
Low fertilizer requirements make this an ideal choice for beginner gardeners.
Harvest Consistency
Frequent sowings yield a steady supply of tender, flavorful baby greens.
Key Specs
Soil Temp for Germination
50–70°F
Seed Depth
¼–½"
Seed Spacing
1–2"
Days to Emergence
2–15
Thin Plants to
6–12"
Row Spacing
16–18"
Fertilizer Needs
Low
Days to Maturity
40 days
Planting Season
Spring, Fall
Seed Form
Loose Seeds
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