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Rumex sanguineus 'Raspberry Dressing'

Rumex
  • Rumex 'Raspberry Dressing' is a green in our One Earth Edibles line.
  • With its red veined green leaves, Rumex 'Raspberry Dressing' is an excellent ornamental edible addition to any culinary or ornamental garden or container.
  • Perfect in salads, Rumex 'Raspberry Dressing' gets its name from its taste which is similar to rapsberry vinaigrette.

Interesting Notes:

Harvest mature leaves throughout the spring, summer, and fall to add to salads.  Cut leaves 2 inches from the base of the plant.


Height: 6-10 In

Spread: 6-10 In

USDA Zone: Zone 6

Color: Bi-Color


Attributes:

  • Container
  • Culinary
  • Great Foliage
  • Border or Bed
  • Edging
  • Combination

Combo Usage:

  • Filler (main structural)

Exposure:

  • Partial Sun

Fertilizer Levels:

  • Average Feed

Foliage Color:

  • Red
  • Green

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall
  • Summer
  • Spring

Soil Moisture Preference:

  • Average-Slightly Moist

Soil pH Requirements:

  • Medium, 5.7-6.2

Vigor Rating:

  • Plays with others