| Rheum hyb. |
USDA Zone: 3-8 |
Long thick dark red leaf stems have a sweet and juicy flavor with very tender skin and flesh texture without a stringyness like most other rhubarb; harvest throughout summer; only stems are edible, other plant parts are poisonous.
Rhubarb is a perennial that is commonly grown for its edible qualities, although it does have ornamental merits as well. The large cherry red stalks are typically harvested when mature. The stalks have a sweet taste and a crisp texture.
The stalks are most often used in the following ways:
- Fresh Eating
- Cooking
- Baking
- Preserves
- Canning
- Sauces
Aside from its primary use as an edible, Rhubarb is sutiable for the following landscape applications;
- Vertical Accent
- Mass Planting
- General Garden Use
- Orchard/Edible Landscaping
Common Name: Rhubarb, Red Rhubarb
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| More About Rhubarb |
| Height: 24-36 inches |
Spread: 24-48 inches |
Flower Colour: White Shades |
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Rhubarb plants are a perennial vegetable that is grown for its juicy leafstalks, which have a tart, tangy flavor. The leafstalks grow up to 22" long and can be green or red. Red cultivars are the sweetest and the most prized by gardeners and cooks. Rhubarb crowns are established plants that are at least one year old. They will produce a crop in the first harvest season after planting, which is much sooner than rhubarb plants that are grown from seed. Rhubarb crowns and budded pieces are best planted in autumn or spring, while the soil is warm and moist.If you’ve grown your rhubarb in a pot, this can be planted out at any time of the year as long as the soil is not frozen, waterlogged or suffering from drought. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |