{"product_id":"french-sorrel","title":"French Sorrel","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"926\"\u003eFrench Sorrel is a flavourful, hardy perennial herb that has been cultivated for centuries as both a culinary and medicinal plant. Its tender, tangy leaves have a distinct lemony taste, making it an excellent addition to salads, soups, sauces, and fish dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"1206\"\u003eThis low-maintenance plant thrives in a variety of soils, and its deep roots allow it to withstand drier conditions better than many other leafy greens. 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It is well-suited for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eherb gardens, perennial vegetable beds, and container growing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003eNative to Europe, French Sorrel has been cultivated for centuries as a staple ingredient in French and Mediterranean cuisine. It was traditionally used to enhance digestion and add a bright, citrusy flavour to dishes. 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