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When to Plant Sorrel in Zone 2A

USDA Zone

2A

Cities Covered

27

Avg Last Frost

Monday, June 1, 2026

Plant Type

Direct Sow

📅 Planting Calendar for Zone 2A

Direct Sow Outdoors Monday, May 4, 2026

Pro Tip: Sorrel can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Rumex acetosa
Days to Maturity 60 days
Sun Requirements Partial to Full Sun (4-6 hours)
Plant Spacing 12" apart

🤝 Companion Plants for Sorrel

Good Companions

StrawberryCarrotHerb

Avoid Planting Near

Fennel
See the full companion planting guide for Sorrel →

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Growing Sorrel in USDA Zone 2A

Sorrel (Rumex acetosa) grows well in USDA Hardiness Zone 2A. This zone includes cities like Anchorage, Takotna, Eielson Afb and 24 more.

The average last frost date for Zone 2A is around Monday, June 1, 2026. Sorrel can be directly sown outdoors around Monday, May 4, 2026.

Expect to harvest your Sorrel approximately 60 days after planting.