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When to Plant Sorrel in Loop, TX

Gaines County, Texas Zone 8a July

What to do in July

July is a pivotal month for Gaines County, Texas gardens. Focus on these tasks first and you'll set up the rest of the season for success.

Avg. last frost April 6
Avg. first frost November 6
Soil temp (4") 78°F
Watering Low
Pest pressure High
Daylight 14 hrs
  1. Harvest sorrel as they ripen

    Check every 1–2 days. Many of these get tough or go to seed if you wait too long.

Coming up in August — start thinking about
  • Fall sowing: sorrel

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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.

Loop, Texas is in USDA Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is April 6 and the first fall frost is November 6, giving you a growing season of approximately 214 days.

At an elevation of 3,384 feet, Gaines County receives approximately 43.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sandy loam soil. Summer highs average 100°F, so Sorrel may need afternoon shade and extra watering during peak heat. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring — great for early planting — but Sorrel will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients.

Loop, TX (Zone 8a) Long season
214 days
Last Spring Frost April 6
214 growing days
First Fall Frost November 6

Loop Soil Profile

Soil Type

Sandy Loam

Soil pH

7.5-8.7

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Sorrel

Sorrel needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Sorrel Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 2.9" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 2.5" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 2.2" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Apr 4.3" 1.5" 2.8" 🚿 Regular watering
May 4.3" 0.8" 3.5" 🚿 Regular watering
Jun 4.3" 1.5" 2.8" 🚿 Regular watering
Jul 4.3" 7.4" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Aug 4.3" 10" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Sep 4.3" 6.2" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Oct 4.3" 3.3" 1" 💧 Light watering
Nov 4.3" 2.7" 1.6" 💧 Light watering
Dec 2.7" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Apr–Nov in Gaines County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Sorrel Planting Timeline — Loop, TX

Sorrel Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors March 2 Mar 2 – Mar 16
Transplant Outdoors March 30 Mar 30 – Apr 13
Direct Sow March 23 Mar 23 – Apr 13
Harvest May 11 May 11 – Jul 13
Fall Sowing August 28 Aug 28 – Sep 11

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
April Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
May Harvest
June Harvest
July Harvest
August Fall Sowing
September Fall Sowing
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 8a

📆 Growing Season

214 days in Gaines County

Growing Tips for Loop

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.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

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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 Gaines County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.