Rhubarb ‘Glaskins Perpetual’

$0.50

Rheum rhabarbarum

seeds only available to PSW members – limit of 2 packets of this variety

  • perennial plant bearing edible stalks
  • stalks can be pink, green, and/or or red
  • harvest sparingly in 1st and 2nd years

NOTE: If the price is reduced, the seed has passed its best-by date.
Best-by date, germination rates, and growing information are in “Additional Information”.

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Description

Rhubarb ‘Glaskins Perpetual’ is a perennial to 1.5 metres which is very quick growing. The long stems may be green, pink or red, and can be harvested over a reasonable period. This is an early-maturing variety with a tart, but not bitter, taste. Harvest sparingly or not at all in the first year. Stalks are ready when 30–45cm long.
Rhubarb will produce year after year in full sun if the soil is enriched and kept moist. Apply mulch in winter to protect the roots. Once the plant is well established, it can be divided every three to five years to make new plants.
DO NOT EAT THE LEAVES: they are highly toxic.

Additional information

Best By

Jun-26

germination rate - current stock

100% (Sept 2025)

Packet Quantity

6 seeds

Lifecycle

perennial

Sowing Months

September; October; November; December; January

Method

direct sow

Depth to Sow

12mm

Germination

7-14 days

Distance Apart

50cm

Harvest

365-550 days