Huge prehistoric looking leaves up to 1.8m across held on stout prickly stems. Looks lovely growing next to a pond or in a damp woodland garden. Bend old leaves over the crown in winter. Moist soil. Height and spread when mature 3m x 3m.
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Also Known As | Giant Rhubarb |
Colour | Brown |
Evergreen Or Deciduous | Deciduous |
Flower Colour | brown |
Good For Wildlife | yes |
Hardiness | hardy |
Height | 3m |
Native To | S.America |
Plant Size | Medium: 2-5 Litres |
Pot Size | 3lt |
Season | Summer |
Soil Type | Moist but well drained |
Spread | 3m |
Time Of Flowering | July-August |
Common Name | Prickly Rhubarb |
Award Of Garden Merit | yes |
Aspect | Sun or Part Shade |