Direct sow or transplant seedlings ¼ inch deep or less, spacing plants about 10–18 inches apart.  While sorrel is fairly low maintenance, like other leafy greens they will grow best in fertile, healthy soil. Add compost or other organic fertilizers as needed, keep the soil covered with a thick layer of leafy mulch, and water regularly during extended dry periods.

The season can be extended into the warmer months if they have some relief from afternoon sun, good mulch to conserve soil moisture, and adequate watering if it's not raining.

Sorrel can be harvested leaf-by-leaf throughout the season. Pick the larger outer leaves while leaving the younger leaves growing in the center, and the plant can continue producing for quite a long time. Once well established you can also cut the entire plant, and it will re-grow.