Rumex arifolius Ruber
Rumex arifolius Ruber
Rumex arifolius Ruber
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Description
The Red Virgin Sorrel, in Latin Rumex arifolius Ruber, is a variety of sorrel that is decorative with its red-tinged foliage against a green background. This hardy perennial vegetable plant is easy to grow, either in the ground or in a pot. Like all perennial vegetables, it is ideal for permaculture. In the kitchen, the leaves, whether raw or cooked, will add a tangy note to your dishes. Plant it in spring or autumn and harvest as needed, from March to November.
The Red Virgin Sorrel is native to Europe and Asia. This aromatic plant belongs to the Polygonaceae family and naturally thrives in cool, rather heavy, and acidic soil. Its oval leaves with an acidic flavor are appreciated in cooking and can be prepared like spinach. Rich in vitamin C and fiber, they accompany meats and fish (especially salmon), soups, or omelettes. Cook the leaves in a stainless steel container due to their acidity. Its young and tender leaves can be eaten raw in salads.
Sorrel can be grown in the ground or in a pot. Very hardy, it remains in place for several years.
Harvesting: Pick as needed, either in the juvenile stage or when ripe, from spring until the first frost. Harvest leaf by leaf, by hand or with a knife. If you want to extend the harvest into winter, protect the plants with tunnels or frames. Sorrel is a perennial plant that can stay in place for several years.
Storage: Sorrel leaves should be consumed immediately after harvest as they do not keep well. However, they freeze very well after cooking.
The Gardener's Tip: To limit watering, we recommend mulching the soil with thin successive layers of grass clippings, if possible mixed with dead leaves. This protection, which keeps the soil moist, also reduces weeding.
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Planting and care
Red Sorrel enjoys always slightly moist, rich and loose soil. It prefers neutral or acidic soil. Plant it in partial shade or in the sun, but avoid direct sunlight. Planting can be done in spring (from March to May) or in autumn (September-October).
In the ground : If needed, add compost a few months before planting by loosening the soil to a depth of 5 cm (2in). Space the plants 25 cm (10in) apart. Dig a hole (3 times the size of the root ball), place the root ball in it, and cover with fine soil. Firmly press down and water to keep the soil moist.
Regularly weed and hoe, especially at the beginning of the growing season. Water in case of high temperatures. If your plants are being eaten by slugs or snails, place ash or coffee grounds nearby, and renew after rain. In early spring, apply compost on the surface.
In a pot : place a layer of gravel at the bottom of the pot to facilitate drainage. Fill it with a mix of potting soil and compost. Place the root ball, cover with soil, and firm it down.
Water regularly. Repot every year.
Cut the flower stalks to promote foliage growth.
Sorrel can be propagated by dividing clumps in March-April. This operation is recommended every 3 to 4 years. Transplant it to another location in the garden to promote rotation and reduce the risk of diseases or pests.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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