Chinese Rhubarb 'Tanguticum'
Rheum palmatum var. tanguticum
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Full Sun
Easy care
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
H7
RHS hardiness
-20°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
2.5m | Max | 1.5m |
2m | Min | 1m |
5 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
Chinese Rhubarb 'Tanguticum' Overview
Rheum palmatum var. tanguticum is an ornamental robust perennial plant that bears lobed, red-green leaves, turning dark green and becomes tinted purple with age. Very tall flowering stems bear upright panicles of white, pink or red flowers.
Common problems with Chinese Rhubarb 'Tanguticum'
Generally pest free but can be attacked from a virus and suffer from crown rot.
How to harvest Chinese Rhubarb 'Tanguticum'
Generally not harvested.
How to propagate Chinese Rhubarb 'Tanguticum'
Seed
Sow in autumn.
Division
Divide in Spring
Special features of Chinese Rhubarb 'Tanguticum'
Attractive flowers
Attractive leaves
Ground cover
Other uses of Chinese Rhubarb 'Tanguticum'
An architectural plant that prefers a moist humus rich soil it suits waterside and woodland locations but also suits being included in the borders of cottage or informal gardens.