We grow "Crimson Red" Rhubarb as you can see by this
picture of newly separated plants.
Plants need room to grow. They do very well in
the New England area. We are a Zone 4/5 and recommend growing in Zones
4-6.
E-mail
on availability: brenda@organic-growers.com
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A HARDY PERENNIAL PLANT
Rhubarb plants date back to China more than 4,500 years ago, when its
root was used for medicinal purposes. It is a cool weather perennial and
grows best in early spring before the weather becomes too hot. The
leaves contain a moderately poisonous oxalic acid, but the stalks are
used in pies, jams, jellies and other desserts.
Rhubarb needs space, a dark, rich organic soil and partial to full sun
to grow well. Divide the roots in early spring every 3 to 5 years
and never harvest all the leaf stalks off a plant.
Availability:
Fresh cut rhubarb is available in the spring, locally. Plants
are available on special order in spring, at the farm. Currently shipping on special request
in the USA mainland..
Prices:
Plants are $4.00 each. Minimum of three sm. rooted plants.
Maximum of six. Fresh cut
price varies with the quantity and availability.
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