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When to Plant Sorrel in Lethbridge, AB

Sorrel is a perennial herb with tangy, lemon-flavored arrow-shaped leaves. It is one of the first greens to emerge in spring and is used in soups and salads.

Lethbridge, Alberta is in USDA Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 5 and the first fall frost is October 12, giving you a growing season of approximately 160 days.

At an elevation of 2,985 feet, Lethbridge receives approximately 23.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly dark brown chernozem soil. Summer highs average 74°F, so choose short-season varieties of Sorrel to ensure they mature before fall.

Lethbridge, AB (Zone 5a) Moderate season
160 days
Last Spring Frost May 5
160 growing days
First Fall Frost October 12

Lethbridge Soil Profile

Soil Type

Dark Brown Chernozem

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Sorrel Planting Timeline — Lethbridge, AB

Sorrel Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors March 31 Mar 31 – Apr 14
Transplant Outdoors April 28 Apr 28 – May 12
Direct Sow April 21 Apr 21 – May 12
Harvest June 9 Jun 9 – Aug 11
Fall Sowing August 3 Aug 3 – Aug 17

Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March Start Indoors
April Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
May Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
June Harvest
July Harvest
August Fall Sowing Harvest
September
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

40–60 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5.5–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 5a

📆 Growing Season

160 days in Lethbridge

Growing Tips for Lethbridge

Direct sow in early spring or fall. Remove flower stalks promptly to encourage leaf production. Divide clumps every 3-4 years. Young leaves have the best flavor.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Sorrel in Lethbridge, AB?

Lethbridge is in Zone 5a with an average last frost of May 5. Plan your Sorrel planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Lethbridge, AB?

Lethbridge, Alberta is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 5 and first fall frost is October 12.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Lethbridge, AB. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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