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Can You Grow Sorrel in Idaho?

US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b

Grows well here

Sorrel grows well here and is one of the easiest perennial greens — it comes back every spring.

Plant zones

2a–9a

Idaho last frost

mid-March

Idaho first frost

mid-November

Days to harvest

30–60 days

When to plant Sorrels in Idaho

Direct sow

Oct 1 – Oct 31

Harvest

Jun – Jul (following year)

Dates are approximate, based on Idaho'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.

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Gardening in Idaho

Idaho has a semi-arid continental climate. Southern valleys are Zone 6-7 with hot dry summers; northern regions and mountains are colder. Excellent for root vegetables and cool crops.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Sorrel in Idaho?

Sorrel grows well here and is one of the easiest perennial greens — it comes back every spring.

What zone is Idaho?

Idaho spans USDA Zone 6b (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).

When do you plant Sorrels in Idaho?

Plant Sorrels Oct 1 – Oct 31, harvest Jun – Jul (following year).