Rhubarb Varieties
Rhubarb is a popular source for pies and sauces. Fertile, well-drained soils in the Midwest are well suited for this flavorful red garden crop. Planting should be done in the early spring. Set rows 5 to 6 feet apart, and in the rows, plant 3 feet apart in shallow furrows so crowns will be only 2 inches below the surface. Harvest no more than 4 weeks beginning the third season of growth. Harvest for about 8 to 10 weeks in the fourth season of growth. DO NOT remove more than 1/2 of the developed stalks from any plant at one time. This will give the roots strength for the next season.

Canada Red--Sweet juicy stalks that are cherry-red clear through. It keeps its color when cooked. Stalks are high in sugar and tender with no need to peel. Plants are hardy and suitable for northern zones. When red color is the desire choose the reddest...Canada Red.

Crimson Red--This varieity is considered by some to be the best flavored rhubarb available with a perfect sweet, tart combination that makes rhubarb so appealing. The stalks will grow about two feet tall and produce good yields of fleshy stalks that are not stringy. Crimson Red shows good weather hardiness and is adaptable to many soil types and growing conditions.

Green Victoria--Big thick tender green upright growing stalks. This is the industry standard rhubarb. You will get the good old fashioned zingy flavor from this reliable hardy heavy producer. It will take at least 3 years to get good production and then you will enjoy years of rhubarb delights. Great for pies, wine and jellies.

MacDonald--A productive strain for commercial growers and home gardeners, producing large tender stalks. Stalks are red but not as deeply colored as Canada Red, but will be more vigorous and productive. MacDonald shows a resistance to root rot problems so it may by your choice on heavier soils.

Valentine--This rhubarb produces 1" thick 18 to 20" long deep red stalks. Ist is a very high quality rhubarb with red flesh and a sweeter taste than most other rhubarbs. The color and flavor make Valelntine a great red rhubarb for both the gardener and commercial producer. Limited quantities so order early.
PRICING:
Canada Red, Crimson Red, MacDonald
and Valentine
3 for
$11.85
5 for
$18.75
12 for
$41.40
25 for
$80.00

100 or more
$3.00 Each
Green Victoria
3 for
$5.10
5 for
$7.75
12 for
$17.40
25 for
$33.75
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RHUBARB DIVISIONS....
The rhubarb divisions you buy from Indiana Berry and Plant Co. are cut from a large crown. You will need to plant these divisions properly. Establishing a rhubarb planting can be tricky. However, once the plants become established they are very hardy. The buds are located at the top of the division. The divisions should be planted with these buds just barely poking out of the ground and with the cut sides of the division in the ground with soil pressed firmly around the division. Be sure not to let new plantings become too dry, but do not over water or allow plant to sit in standing water or the divisions can rot. Once your planting is established it will produce for many, many years.
To order call:
1-800-295-2226