Lincs FruitsSKU: RaspberryRed-Rhubarb-5pot
Raspberry Red Rhubarb
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The Rheum hybridum 'Raspberry Red' sounds like a fantastic variety of rhubarb, especially for those who enjoy its deep red, thick stalks and sweet flavor. Here's a summary of the information provided:
Description:
Stalk Characteristics: High-quality, deep red thick stalks.
Forcing Requirement: Does not need forcing; ready in spring.
Flavor: Sweeter than other rhubarb varieties.
Texture: Tender stalks bursting with sweet and delicious flavors.
Best Uses: Excellent for baking into pies and crumbles, but also tasty when eaten fresh.
Leaves: Attractive and atrovirens (green), but contain a high level of oxalic acid, making them slightly poisonous.
Recommendation: Highly recommended for its reliable cropping every year.
History:
Origin: West Yorkshire, UK.
Growing Tips:
Site: Requires an open, sunny site.
Soil: Thrives in moist, free-draining soil.
Frost: Avoid frost pockets as stems are susceptible to frost.
Harvesting: Avoid harvesting during the first year to maintain plant vigor.
Transplanting: Once planted, avoid moving the plant.
Mulching: Appreciates a generous annual mulch of well-rotted compost or manure.
For those interested in growing the Rheum hybridum 'Raspberry Red,' following these growing tips and considering its unique characteristics could lead to a successful and rewarding harvest of delicious rhubarb.
Description:
Stalk Characteristics: High-quality, deep red thick stalks.
Forcing Requirement: Does not need forcing; ready in spring.
Flavor: Sweeter than other rhubarb varieties.
Texture: Tender stalks bursting with sweet and delicious flavors.
Best Uses: Excellent for baking into pies and crumbles, but also tasty when eaten fresh.
Leaves: Attractive and atrovirens (green), but contain a high level of oxalic acid, making them slightly poisonous.
Recommendation: Highly recommended for its reliable cropping every year.
History:
Origin: West Yorkshire, UK.
Growing Tips:
Site: Requires an open, sunny site.
Soil: Thrives in moist, free-draining soil.
Frost: Avoid frost pockets as stems are susceptible to frost.
Harvesting: Avoid harvesting during the first year to maintain plant vigor.
Transplanting: Once planted, avoid moving the plant.
Mulching: Appreciates a generous annual mulch of well-rotted compost or manure.
For those interested in growing the Rheum hybridum 'Raspberry Red,' following these growing tips and considering its unique characteristics could lead to a successful and rewarding harvest of delicious rhubarb.
Raspberry Red Rhubarb
£14.00
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Raspberry Red Rhubarb
£14.00
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