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Can You Grow Sorrel in Alaska?
US · USDA Zone 4b · zones 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b
Sorrel grows well here and is one of the easiest perennial greens — it comes back every spring.
Plant zones
Alaska last frost
Alaska first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Sorrels in Alaska
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Alaska's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Sorrel
Sorrel is a lemony, cold-hardy perennial green that returns year after year — one of the earliest greens in spring and nearly maintenance-free.
Direct sow in early spring. Harvest young leaves for salad (mild) or mature for cooking (tangier). Divide plants every few years. Cut flower stalks to keep leaves tender.
Gardening in Alaska
Alaska ranges from subarctic to maritime climates. The interior has very short summers but intense sunlight. Coastal areas are milder. Cold-hardy crops and greenhouses are key.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Sorrel in Alaska?
Sorrel grows well here and is one of the easiest perennial greens — it comes back every spring.
What zone is Alaska?
Alaska spans USDA Zone 4b (1a, 1b, 2a, 2b).
When do you plant Sorrels in Alaska?
Plant Sorrels Oct 1 – Oct 31, harvest Jun – Jul (following year).