5 Seeds Victoria Rhubarb Rheum rhabarbarum Vegetable Garden

Victoria Rhubarb is a classic heirloom variety prized for its thick, tender stalks and reliable performance in home gardens. Known for its balanced tart flavor, it produces vigorous clumps that return year after year, making it a dependable choice for both beginning and experienced growers.

The stalks are ideal for pies, preserves, sauces, and compotes, while the large ornamental leaves add bold texture to garden beds. This cold-hardy perennial thrives in rich, well-drained soil and benefits from consistent moisture during the growing season.
Species: Rheum rhabarbarum
Variety: Victoria
Type: Perennial vegetable
Plant_Habit: Clump-forming
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Rich, well-drained, slightly acidic
Days_to_Harvest: 2nd year after sowing
Zones: 3-8
Germination: 10-21 days
Sowing: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, surface sow and lightly cover
Spacing: 24-36 inches
Notes: Allow plants to establish before harvesting stalks