Rheum palmatum var. tanguticum

Also called Tatarian Rhubarb

**Harmful if ingested!!**
Grown for their large basal leaves and tall flower stalks
Crimson-purple leaves emerge from bright red buds
Giant leaves have deep jagged edges
Tall stems bear panicles of white, pink or crimson flowers
Foliage fades to dark green by mid to late season

ZONE:
5

HEIGHT:
90-100 cm

SPREAD:
90-100 cm

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2g

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Rheum palmatum var. tanguticum is an ornamental rhubarb growing best in a moist, humus, rich soil, in full sun to partial shade. Grow this ornamental rhubarb near water or in a moist border. Unlike Rheum x hybridum, which is grown for its edible properties, Rheum palmatum var. tanguticum is cultivated for its ornamental appeal and should never be harvested for edible purposes. ***Harmful if ingested!!!***

Characteristics & Attributes

SOIL MOISTURE:
Moist to Average

FLOWERING TIME:
Lt. Spr-Sum

HABIT:
Clumping

FOLIAGE COLOR:
Burgundy
Green (dark)
Crimson

LANDSCAPE USES:
Specimen