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Timperley Early Rhubarb

Timperley Early Rhubarb

Plant, 20-40cm, 3L pot*

£13.50
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Key features

Award icon
Awards RHS Award of Garden Merit
Plant height icon
Final size 0.5 x 1 metres in 20 years
Fruit icon
Fruit Cooking and freezing
Pollinator icon
Pollination group Self fertile
Fruit calendar icon
Cropping period March
Position icon
Position Part shade to full shade

Description

Timperley Early is so-called because it is one of the earliest rhubarb varieties available, producing deliciously sweet and tender stems that are ready for picking from around March. It can also be forced for an even earlier crop—around February time. Rhubarb Timperley Early has won the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit for its reliable performance in the garden and is a standout choice for those looking to grow their own fruit at home.

AKA Rheum x hybridum 'Timperley Early', RHEUM rhabarbarum Timperley Early

 

Planting Steps

1Preparation

  • Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
  • Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
  • Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
  • To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

  • Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
  • Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
  • Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
  • Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

  • Water generously around the base of the plant.
  • If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.
Small shrubs (1-3) Young trees & 4+ small shrubs Select semi-mature trees & shrubs (1-4) All other mature trees (any quantity)
Mainland UK ex. Scottish Highlands £10 £12 £35 from £55
Scottish Highlands & the Islands From £30
Outside Mainland UK Currently we are unable to deliver outside of Mainland UK
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Product Details

Key features

Award icon
Awards RHS Award of Garden Merit
Plant height icon
Final size 0.5 x 1 metres in 20 years
Fruit icon
Fruit Cooking and freezing
Pollinator icon
Pollination group Self fertile
Fruit calendar icon
Cropping period March
Position icon
Position Part shade to full shade

Description

Timperley Early is so-called because it is one of the earliest rhubarb varieties available, producing deliciously sweet and tender stems that are ready for picking from around March. It can also be forced for an...

Timperley Early is so-called because it is one of the earliest rhubarb varieties available, producing deliciously sweet and tender stems that are ready for picking from around March. It can also be forced for an even earlier crop—around February time. Rhubarb Timperley Early has won the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit for its reliable performance in the garden and is a standout choice for those looking to grow their own fruit at home.

AKA Rheum x hybridum 'Timperley Early', RHEUM rhabarbarum Timperley Early

 
Planting Steps

1Preparation

  • Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
  • Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
  • Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
  • To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

  • Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
  • Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
  • Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
  • Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

  • Water generously around the base of the plant.
  • If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.
Small shrubs (1-3) Young trees & 4+ small shrubs Select semi-mature trees & shrubs (1-4) All other mature trees (any quantity)
Mainland UK ex. Scottish Highlands £10 £12 £35 from £55
Scottish Highlands & the Islands From £30
Outside Mainland UK Currently we are unable to deliver outside of Mainland UK
Find out more

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