Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Large
Growth Habit
Upright
Bloom Season
Spring
Flavour Profile
sweetness
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
NON‑GMO
Plant Type
Vegetable
Planting Season
Cool
Fruit Size
Large
Plant Height
60 to 90 cm
Light Requirement
6 to 8 hours
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
3 to 9
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
45 to 60 cm
Planting Depth
1 to 2 cm
Growing Conditions
Cool
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Victoria Rhubarb be harvested over several seasons?
Can Victoria Rhubarb be harvested over several seasons?
Yes. Once established, Victoria Rhubarb is a perennial that can provide harvests year after year with proper care.
Do the leaf stalks become sweeter after cool weather?
Do the leaf stalks become sweeter after cool weather?
Yes. Cool growing conditions often help develop a balanced flavor in the edible stalks.
Can Victoria Rhubarb be grown in large raised beds?
Can Victoria Rhubarb be grown in large raised beds?
Yes. It grows well in raised beds with fertile, well-drained soil and enough space for its mature clump.
Should the flower stalks be removed if they appear?
Should the flower stalks be removed if they appear?
Yes. Removing flower stalks helps the plant direct more energy into producing healthy leaf stalks.
Which parts of Victoria Rhubarb are edible?
Which parts of Victoria Rhubarb are edible?
Only the leaf stalks are suitable for cooking. The leaves should not be eaten because they contain naturally occurring compounds that are not considered safe for consumption.
How is Victoria Rhubarb different from forced rhubarb?
How is Victoria Rhubarb different from forced rhubarb?
Victoria Rhubarb is grown outdoors under natural light, while forced rhubarb is cultivated in darkness to produce more tender, pale-colored stalks.