Rheum rhabarbarum 'Strawberry Red'

Strawberry Red Rhubarb is a premier culinary variety prized for its vibrant deep red stalks that retain their color after cooking. These sweet, mildly flavored stems are ideal for use in preserves and desserts, such as the classic strawberry rhubarb pie. Remove and discard the large leaves before preparation. In summer, white flower spikes appear and should be cut back to promote leaf growth. This variety also serves as an attractive addition to sunny garden beds. Avoid harvesting until the plant’s second year. It is naturally resistant to deer.