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When to Plant Sorrel in Galena, Alaska (99741)

Location

Galena, Alaska

ZIP Code

99741

USDA Zone

1b

Last Frost

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Sorrel directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Rumex acetosa
Days to Maturity 60 days
Mature Height 12-24"
Spread 18"

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Partial to Full Sun (4-6 hours)

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Water

Moderate (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

12" apart

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Planting Depth

0.5" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

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Growing Sorrel in Zone 1b

Sorrel (Rumex acetosa) is a popular garden vegetable. In Galena, Alaska, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 1b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, May 13, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Sorrel grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.