$8.95
This is one of the most popular varieties of rhubarb with large, fat, non-stringy stems, red skin and a tart flavor, excellent for cooking and baking. It will need to be planted in full sun. It thrives in cool weather as a perennial and can live 10 – 15 years. Can be grown as an annual in warmer climates.
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PLANT SIZE: 1-year-old bare-root crown
POLLINATION: Self-fruitful
RIPENING DATE: Early Season
USDA HARDINESS ZONES: 4-8
PLANTING: Full sun. Plant early spring in well-drained, fertile soil, 1″ deep, bud side up, 3 feet apart in the row with at least 4 feet between rows. Feed annually with compost. Do not harvest the first year.
USDA PLANT HARDINESS ZONES: 4 – 8
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