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Rhubarb

Timperley Early

Rheum × hybridum 'Timperley Early'

Timperley Early is the best variety for early forced rhubarb, producing tender, pale-pink stems weeks ahead of unforced crops when covered with a forcing pot in February. It is a vigorous grower with a sweeter, milder flavour than Victoria and particularly valued for its early season contribution. Excellent for forcing; also crops well unforced from March.

Key facts

Growth habit
upright
Produce type
stem
Support
none
Sun
full sun
Days to harvest
365550 days
Avg. yield
1.5-3 kg per season
Watering
medium
Frost sensitivity
low
For all rhubarb issues and threats, see the Rhubarb page.