French sorrel (Rumex scutatus), also called buckler sorrel or buckler-leaved sorrel, is a perennial herb forming a low clump of distinctive, shield-shaped, bright green leaves. It has a pleasant, lemony tang milder than common sorrel, with less oxalic acid. Inconspicuous flowers appear in early summer.
Grows best in full sun to part shade in moist, fertile soil. Very cold-hardy. Harvest outer leaves regularly; new growth emerges from the center. Use raw in salads, sandwiches, and as a garnish; cooked in soups, sauces (classic sorrel sauce), and omelets. Divide clumps every few years in spring. A must for perennial vegetable gardens.
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