Description

Full sun, Zone 3

Rheum x hybridum ‘Strawberry Red’

Pot size: BR Pkg 5, #1

Beautiful bright red stems that will ripen early Summer. Harvesting will continue for weeks to come. The stems have a sweet and mild taste, and will retain that red color when cooked. Excellent for flavouring a variety of dishes. Stalks are used to make delicious pies, cobblers, jams and sauces. May be canned or frozen for later use.

Prefers soil that is rich, moist, and well-drained. Keep soil moist, watering freely in dry weather. Fertilize regularly. Harvest as needed. Leaves are toxic if ingested.