Full Sun
Easy care
Frequent watering
Frost Hardy
6a
USDA zone
-23°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
1.5m | Max | 1m |
1m | Min | 50cm |
5 years to reach maturity
Flowering
-
spring
-
summer
-
autumn
-
winter
This plant has no fragrance
Rhubarb 'Ace Of Hearts' Overview
An ornamental rhubarb, this cultivar is suited to smaller gardens with it's diminutive habit. It produces red veined, heart shaped leaves and in summer pale pink flowers on erect spikes are produced.
Common problems with Rhubarb 'Ace Of Hearts'
Generally pest free but can be attacked by blackfly
How to harvest Rhubarb 'Ace Of Hearts'
Generally not harvested.
How to propagate Rhubarb 'Ace Of Hearts'
Seed
Sown in autumn.
Division
Divide crowns in Spring
Special features of Rhubarb 'Ace Of Hearts'
Attractive leaves
Other uses of Rhubarb 'Ace Of Hearts'
Suits being included in informal cottage style gardens but it can also be included in wildlife gardens.