Rhubarb Seeds Italian Rabarbaro Variety Perennial for Jams & Desserts Franchi Seeds

Common Rhubarb (Rheum undulatum) is a robust, long‑lived perennial cherished for its thick, flavourful stalks,perfect for jams, compotes, pies, and classic stewed rhubarb with cream. This traditional Italian variety produces vigorous plants with fleshy red‑green stems and large, decorative leaves, making it both productive and ornamental in the garden.
Once established, rhubarb returns year after year, offering generous harvests from late spring to midsummer. Ideal for gardeners seeking a reliable, low‑maintenance perennial crop with exceptional culinary versatility.

🌱 Sowing information
Sow from mid‑July to the end of September in fertile, well‑drained soil. Start in modules or sow directly outdoors. Allow plants to establish fully during the first year and begin harvesting from the second year onward.
☀️ Light exposure
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade. Sunlight encourages strong stalk development and richer flavour.
💧 Water needs
Keep soil consistently moist during establishment. Once mature, rhubarb is relatively drought‑tolerant but benefits from regular watering during dry spells.
🌡️ Germination temperature & time
Seeds germinate best in warm soil (15–20°C). Germination typically occurs within 10–20 days.
📏 Plant spacing & final size
Space plants 80–100 cm apart. Mature plants form large clumps with broad leaves and thick, harvestable stalks.

Bullet Technical Data
🌱 Sowing depth: 1–1.5 cm
📅 Sow: Mid July – End of September
☀️ Light: Full sun to partial shade
🌡️ Germination: 10–20 days
📏 Height: 60–100 cm mature plant
🪴 Spacing: 80–100 cm apart
⏳ Harvest: May – July (from the second year)