Rheum rhabarbarum 'Holsteiner Bl?t' - 3 Ltr pot

Description
The Rhubarb 'Holsteiner Blut' (Rheum rhabarbarum) forms leaf stalks that have a tart, fruity flavour and can be harvested as early as April. A sunny location and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil are required for optimum growth of the Rhubarb 'Holsteiner Blut'.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Rheum cultorum.

Bulletpoints
* tart, fruity flavour * deer resistant

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Rhubarb 'Holsteiner Blut' are dark green, roundish.

Growth
Upright. Usually grows 40 - 60 cm per year.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Prefers humus-rich soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Tasks
- Harvest: In the period from May to June - Fertilise: In the period from March to April - Watering: In the period from May to September - Pruning: In the period from April to June.

Care
- It is advisable to dig irrigation trenches between the rows, as many vegetables should not be watered from above. In addition, regular weeding prevents weeds from taking over from the vegetables. - To encourage the plant to grow more lush and bushy, flowers or inflorescences should be removed before they blossom.

Fruit
The leaf stalks have a tart, fruity flavour. Ripening time from April.

Use
Farm garden, consumption, jam, baking, juice, cooking, dessert