'Raspberry Red' Rhubarb Plant
Intensely red stalks
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'Raspberry Red' Rhubarb Plant
- Deep, thick red stalks of rhubarb with a fantastic sweet flavour
- Early variety - harvest from the second year onwards, between April and June
- Fully hardy and long lived, you'll be picking rhubarb from these plants for around ten years
- Perfect for a sunny border, vegetable bed, allotment or even a large container
- Delicious in pies, crumbles and jams
- Only eat the stalks - rhubarb leaves are poisonous to humans and pets
- RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
What to expect
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Self fertile
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, 'Raspberry Red' Rhubarb grows exceptionally well in pots; ensure the container is at least 30 cm deep and keep the compost moist.
How big does it get?
The 'Raspberry Red' 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 'Raspberry Red' 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 'Raspberry Red' 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 'Raspberry Red' Rhubarb Plant requires 2.5 to 5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil consistently moist as it has shallow roots.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the 'Raspberry Red' Rhubarb Plant needs pruning; fruited canes should be cut to the ground after harvest or in late winter depending on the variety.
How hardy is this plant?
The 'Raspberry Red' rhubarb is fully hardy (RHS H6), tolerating temperatures as low as -20°C. This resilient variety is perfectly adapted to the British climate and thrives in all regions without needing winter protection.
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