'Livingstone' Rhubarb Plant
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'Livingstone' Rhubarb Plant
- Growing your own rhubarb is a thing of unparalleled beauty; not only do the bright stems and lush foliage look fantastic when in the ground, but you get such brilliant produce come harvest time - seriously, does anything come even remotely close to a freshly baked rhubarb crumble liberally doused with custard?
- 'Livingstone' is incredibly easy to grow and, because it doesn't have a dormancy period in the summer months, provides not one but two harvests per year (one in spring and then another in autumn)
- Its vivid red stalks are thick and have that iconic tartness typically associated with rhubarb, whilst at the same time managing to avoid the stringiness that certain other varieties possess
- Hardy and compact in nature, this UK-bred variety is ideal for smaller gardens, patio growing and raised veg beds
- If you give your rhubarb plant the care and attention it deserves, it'll reward you with many years of service - sometimes up to 20!
- The bright stalk colours and interesting visual form of the leaves makes rhubarb a great choice for getting children involved with growing in the garden, as well as being a brilliant option for those dipping their welly-clad toes into gardening for the first time
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, 'Livingstone' Rhubarb can be grown in a large, deep pot of at least 40 litres to accommodate its extensive root system.
How big does it get?
The 'Livingstone' Rhubarb Plant grows to a mature height of about 1 metre with a spread of 1.2 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The 'Livingstone' Rhubarb Plant prefers full sun but will grow happily in partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of light daily.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The 'Livingstone' Rhubarb Plant prefers rich, fertile, well-draining soil, and should be planted with the buds sitting about 2 cm to 3 cm below the soil surface.
How much watering does this plant need?
The 'Livingstone' Rhubarb Plant requires regular watering, providing about 2.5 centimetres per week, to keep the soil moist especially during dry spells.
Will this plant need pruning?
The 'Livingstone' Rhubarb Plant does not need pruning, but you should remove any flower stalks as soon as they appear to conserve energy.
How hardy is this plant?
The 'Livingstone' rhubarb is fully hardy (RHS H6), surviving severe temperatures down to -20°C. It is a robust perennial that performs reliably in all UK regions, including the coldest northern areas.
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