1 Live Root Victoria Rhubarb Rheum rhabarbarum Cold Hardy Perennial
Victoria Rhubarb is a classic, cold-hardy perennial vegetable prized for its thick, tender stalks and rich flavor. It produces large, crinkled green leaves atop sturdy crimson-tinged stems, making it a striking and productive addition to kitchen gardens, edible landscapes, and homestead plantings.
Grown for its tart, versatile stalks, Victoria Rhubarb is a dependable performer that returns year after year once established. Harvest stalks in spring and early summer for pies, jams, sauces, and preserves. Plant in a sunny spot with well-drained soil, and allow the crown to establish before taking a light harvest.
Species: Rheum rhabarbarum
Variety: Victoria
Type: Perennial vegetable
Plant_Habit: Upright clumping perennial
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Rich, well-drained loam
Days_to_Harvest: Second or third year after establishment
Zones: 3 to 8
Germination: Not applicable
Sowing: Not applicable
Spacing: 36 to 48 inches apart
Notes: Provide consistent moisture; divide crowns every few years to maintain vigor