Rheum rhabarbarum 'Victoria'
Rhubarb
Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.
- Beefy, ruffled deep green leaves
- Thick red stems with delicious flavor
- Large, showy, spreading mound
- Great for baking, jams and jellies
Edible
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Spring
Moist, Well-Drained
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Grow for two years before harvesting stems. Plant in loose and well-drained soils high in organic matter content. Apply mulch to keep roots cool in summertime heat. Remove flower stalks as they appear to keep all plant energy producing foliage
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Edible
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Red
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Summer
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained