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RHUBARB 'Timperley Early'
One of the earliest rhubarb varieties. Succulent vivid red stems are excellent for pies and crumbles. Will grow well in a large pot on the patio
Further Reading....
RHUBARB 'Timperley Early'
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Deciduous
Rhizomatous perennial -
Height
40cm (16in) -
Spread
40cm (16in) -
Zero Rated Item No VAT on this plant
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Hardy - average winter Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Full sun -
Partial shade -
Caution, toxic if eaten Do not eat these plants.
Leaves are toxic. -
Additional Features
Good to know - can be ready to harvest from March. Harvest March to May. Do not pick stems in first year. . -
Pests & Diseases
slugs, crown rot, viruses. -
Place of origin
garden origin. UK. 1945. H. Marshland. -
Garden Location/Conditions
Patio / pot plants -
Suitable for small gardens
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Hardiness
Frost hardy (down to -5) -
Seasonal Interest
Spring -
Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soil - deep, humus-rich.
Rhubarb - Growing Guide
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
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