{"product_id":"col-2ltr-rhu-tem-earx1","title":"1 Rhubarb Timperley Early Plant, Hardy Perennial Fruit for Garden, Grow Your Own, 2Ltr Root Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRhubarb Timperley Early – Hardy Perennial Fruit Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eRhubarb 'Timperley Early' is one of the earliest cropping rhubarb varieties available, producing a generous harvest of thick, tender stalks from as early as March. Renowned for its reliability and vigour, Timperley Early is an ideal choice for beginners and experienced gardeners alike. The long, rosy-pink stems have a wonderfully tangy flavour, perfect for pies, crumbles, jams, and compotes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a hardy perennial, this rhubarb plant will return year after year with minimal fuss. It thrives in garden beds, raised beds, allotments, and even large containers on a patio or balcony — making it a versatile addition to any growing space. Timperley Early is also well suited to forcing, allowing you to enjoy an even earlier crop when covered with a forcing pot in late winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis plant is supplied as a well-established specimen in a 2Ltr pot, ready to plant out in the garden or pot on into a larger container.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting and Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant your rhubarb in spring or autumn in a sunny to partially shaded position with moist, well-drained, fertile soil. Water regularly during the growing season and apply a generous mulch around the crown to help retain moisture and suppress weeds. Avoid harvesting any stalks in the first year to allow the plant to establish a strong root system. From the second year onward, pull stalks from the base when they are firm and brightly coloured. Feed with a general-purpose fertiliser in early spring and promptly remove any flower stems that appear to direct the plant's energy back into stalk production. Rhubarb leaves are not edible and should be composted or discarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rheum rhabarbarum 'Timperley Early'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhubarb, Timperley Early Rhubarb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy Herbaceous Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Grown Height and Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–90 cm x 75–90 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clump-Forming Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kitchen Gardens, Allotments, Raised Beds, Large Containers, Cottage Gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e March to June (one of the earliest varieties)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for Forcing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun to Partial Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, Well-Drained, Fertile Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully Hardy (RHS H7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy Herbaceous Perennial Fruit Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, Bold Green Leaves (not edible)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStalk Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosy Pink to Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x Rhubarb 'Timperley Early' plant supplied in a 2Ltr pot, well-rooted and ready to plant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants For All Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57770927161718,"sku":"COL-2LTR-RHU-TEM-EARX1","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/5990\/3625\/files\/file_6c2af48f-c3e1-4023-a321-3737b4a0cf57.png?v=1777417290","url":"https:\/\/www.plantsforallseasons.co.uk\/products\/col-2ltr-rhu-tem-earx1","provider":"Plants For All Seasons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}