Silver Shield French Sorrel
Rumex scutatus 'Silver Shield'
Silver Shield French Sorrel (Rumex scutatus 'Silver Shield') is a perennial suited to the Colorado Front Range. It matures to about 6–10 in tall and 10–14 in wide, needs low to medium water, and prefers full sun to part. Edible silver-leaved sorrel with lemony tangy flavor; ornamental and culinary.
low to medium water6–10 in tall and 10–14 in wideXeric / water-wiseDeer-resistantToxic to dogs
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At a glance
- Botanical name
- Rumex scutatus 'Silver Shield'
- Variety / cultivar
- Silver Shield
- Type
- Perennial
- Mature size
- 6–10 in tall and 10–14 in wide
- Water needs
- low to medium water
- Sun
- full sun to part
- Colorado native
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- loam, sandy
- Soil pH
- 6.5–8.0
- Hail tolerance
- high
- Wind tolerance
- high
- Salt tolerance
- moderate
- Bloom color
- green
- Bloom time
- early summer
- Pollinator value
- low
Planting & establishment
Deep water every 1–2 weeks during establishment (first growing season), then water sparingly per Plant Select guidance.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Silver Shield French Sorrel good for the Colorado Front Range?
- Yes. Silver Shield French Sorrel is included in the Front Range Plant Finder as a perennial suited to Colorado's Front Range.
- How big does Silver Shield French Sorrel get?
- It matures to about 6–10 in tall and 10–14 in wide.
- How much water does Silver Shield French Sorrel need?
- It needs low to medium water once established.
- Is Silver Shield French Sorrel safe for dogs?
- No — Silver Shield French Sorrel is considered toxic to dogs. Keep pets away and check with your vet.
