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Common Sorrel (Rumex acetosa) plants
Price range: £1.25 through £3.95
Description
Common Sorrel (Rumex acetosa) grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodland rides, road verges, and sand dunes. It produces red or green flowers on long, slender spikes. The plant is an important larval food source for the Small Copper butterfly. Its tall flowering stems and arrow-shaped leaves make it a striking addition to meadows and wildflower-rich landscapes. Rumex acetosa also supports pollinators, adding both ecological value and visual interest to natural habitats.
Our Common Sorrel plants for sale are priced per plant. For orders over 500 plants please contact us.
All our plants are native British wildflowers grown in Peat-free compost in our sustainable nursery.
Additional information
| Common Name | Common Sorrel |
|---|---|
| Annual, Perennial or Biennial | Perennial |
| Latin Name | Rumex Acetosa |
| Height | 30 – 80cm |
| Flowering Time | May – June |
| Colour | Red Or Green |
| Management | Although the Common Sorrel plant can be established on chalky sites it thrives best on neutral to slightly acidic soils. Regeneration is mainly by seeds which are produced in quantity. |
| Fact Sheet Included | Yes |
| Size | 65cc, 99cc, 9cm pot |
