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Rhubarb Crimson Sunrise

Rhubarb Crimson Sunrise

Name: Rhubarb Crimson Sunrise
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 12115e
Price: 22.28 NZD
Availability: InStock

Red Rhubarb, Rhubarb Crimson Sunrise, Rheum Crimson Sunrise

Rhubarb Crimson Sunrise is a popular variety due to its large stems that are bright red and lack of stringiness. The flavour of the stems is tart with a pleasant flavour. This herbaceous perennial grows as a clump to about 50 cm tall and 60 cm wide bearing broad and large, green leaves, and regrows quickly after cutting. Rhubarb Crimson Sunrise is commonly grown for culinary purposes, included in mixed plantings, or added to herb gardens.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Perennials
Height:	50 cm
Spread:	60 cm
Flowering time:
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Culinary, Paths & Steps
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Red Rhubarb, Rhubarb Crimson Sunrise, Rheum Crimson Sunrise

Rhubarb Crimson Sunrise Details

Rhubarb Crimson Sunrise is a popular variety due to its large stems that are bright red and lack of stringiness. The flavour of the stems is tart with a pleasant flavour. This herbaceous perennial grows as a clump to about 50 cm tall and 60 cm wide bearing broad and large, green leaves, and regrows quickly after cutting. It grows best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site, and is hardy to frosts, coastal environments, and short periods of dry. Rhubarb Crimson Sunrise is commonly grown for culinary purposes, included in mixed plantings, or added to herb gardens. NB: the leaves are poisonous to humans and livestock.