Rhubarb
Rheum x hybridum 'Cawood Delite'
Polygonaceae
Growth habit
Herbaceous
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Pounder Vegetable Garden and Climate Change Garden
Source of plant
Nourse Farms
Description
This rhubarb variety is not as vigorous as MacDonald, but has deeper red color and slightly thicker stalks. Cawood Delight has a stout growth habit that will excel in northern areas. It may struggle in areas with long periods of high heat.
USDA Hardiness Zone
3