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Can You Grow Sorrel in North Dakota?

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

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

2a–9a

North Dakota last frost

late April

North Dakota first frost

early October

Days to harvest

30–60 days

When to plant Sorrels in North Dakota

Direct sow

Oct 1 – Oct 31

Harvest

Jun – Jul (following year)

Dates are approximate, based on North Dakota'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 North Dakota

North Dakota has a harsh continental climate with cold winters and short warm summers. Most of the state is Zone 3b-4a. Focus on cold-hardy crops and short-season varieties.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Sorrel in North Dakota?

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

What zone is North Dakota?

North Dakota spans USDA Zone 4a (3a, 3b, 4a, 4b).

When do you plant Sorrels in North Dakota?

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