Red Veined Sorrel
Red vein dock, Bloody dock
Vibrantly colored plant that produces bright green leaves with contrasting deep red veins. Adds a tangy pop of flavor that surprises and delights; a beautiful garnish or welcome addition to any salad.
Days in the Nursery
12-14 days
Harvest Cycle
3-4 weeks of intermittent harvesting-- 6 weeks to full harvest
Yield Per Shelf
2-4 lbs/Harvest Cycle
Flavor Characteristics
Citrusy, sweet, sour
Thinning technique
After you've transplanted your seedlings to the grow shelf. Each pod should be thinned to 1 - 2 seedlings. To do this pull out the excess seedlings using a pair of tweezers or your fingers gently.
Harvesting technique
Crop the larger leaves first by trimming at the very base of the stem. You may cut the largest leaves from any point. Lacking a central stalk, sorrel will regrow readily.