Add a festive touch to your garden with Candy Cane Sorrel, a charming variety known for its compact growth and visually appealing foliage. This heirloom, non-GMO plant is easy to grow and perfect for borders, containers, or decorative garden beds. With its distinctive candy cane-like leaves and vibrant appearance, it brings both color and charm to any home garden.
Features & Specifications
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Plant Type: Ornamental foliage and flowering plant
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Foliage & Flower Colors: Red and white striped leaves resembling candy canes
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Growth Habit: Compact, low-growing
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Height: 6 – 12 inches
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Bloom Season: Spring through summer
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Uses: Borders, containers, rock gardens, and decorative displays
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Seed Quality: Heirloom, Non-GMO, high germination rate
Planting & Sowing Instructions
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Sowing Time: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors after frost risk.
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Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil with organic matter.
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Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep and cover lightly.
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Spacing: 6 – 8 inches apart for healthy growth.
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Watering: Keep soil moist during germination; moderate watering once established.
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Care Tips: Remove faded leaves to encourage fresh growth; maintain consistent moisture.