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Can You Grow Sorrel in Nebraska?

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

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

2a–9a

Nebraska last frost

early April

Nebraska first frost

late October

Days to harvest

30–60 days

When to plant Sorrels in Nebraska

Direct sow

Oct 1 – Oct 31

Harvest

Jun – Jul (following year)

Dates are approximate, based on Nebraska'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 Nebraska

Nebraska spans from Zone 4a in the northwest to Zone 6a in the southeast. Cold winters and warm summers. Excellent for corn, winter wheat, and cool-season crops.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Sorrel in Nebraska?

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

What zone is Nebraska?

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

When do you plant Sorrels in Nebraska?

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