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Yellow sorrel, Oxalis corniculata, is a low, creeping weed that will happily grow anywhere - it's as happy in the bone-dry cracks in paving as it is in the damp garden and around the tops of containers. Although small, it's tricky to pull out

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-treat the plant using a total weedkiller such as glyphosate. Avoid spraying on a windy day and near other desirable plants. all over the gardenspring to autumnMore advice on removing weedsHairy bitter cressYellow sorrelChickweedGround elder

mackerel or herring, and is also good for marinades. Sorrel leaves have a sharp, lemon flavour - simply liquidise them and fold into créme fraîche to make a sauce for cold fish. English mace is warm and spicy, and brings out the flavour of trout. Both

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other desirable plants. all over the gardensummer to autumnMore advice on removing weedsMind your own businessCreeping buttercupYellow sorrelSpeedwell