Rhubarb ‘Victoria’ — Hardy Perennial, 17cm Pot
Rhubarb ‘Victoria’ — Hardy Perennial, 17cm Pot
Rhubarb ‘Victoria’ — An easy-to-grow edible plant. Supplied as an established specimen in a 17cm pot, grown peat-free at our Yorkshire nursery and ready to plant out.
At a glance
- Type: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial
- Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Supplied as: Single plant in a 17cm pot
The detail
A classic and reliable variety, Rhubarb Victoria is one of the most popular choices for home gardeners and allotment growers alike. Known for its generous yields of thick, flavourful stalks, this heritage variety produces beautiful green stems blushed with red that are perfect for pies, crumbles, jams and compotes. Easy to grow and incredibly rewarding, this hardy perennial will return year after year, providing a bountiful harvest each spring and summer.
Supplied as a garden-ready plant with a 17cm root ball, this Rhubarb Victoria is well-established and ready to be planted directly into your garden or a large container. Once settled, it requires very little maintenance, making it an ideal choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners looking to grow their own fruit.
Why ours
Grown by us in Yorkshire, in peat-free compost, shipped in plastic-free packaging. Every plant arrives strong, well-rooted and ready to thrive — not weeks of waiting before it gets going. Each order includes access to our free care app with planting and seasonal care reminders.
How to grow
| Botanical name | Rheum rhabarbarum 'Victoria' |
| Growth habit | Clump-Forming Herbaceous Perennial |
| Position | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Watering | Keep Well Watered During Dry Spells, Especially in the Growing Season |
| Hardiness | Fully Hardy (tolerates UK winters) |
| Best for | Vegetable Gardens, Allotments, Kitchen Gardens, Borders, Large Containers |
Frequently asked
When can I harvest?
Expect to harvest across the main growing season. Picking regularly encourages continued cropping.
Will it come back next year?
Depends on the variety — see the cultural information above for hardiness. Hardy perennials and most fruit plants return for several years.
What size pot does it arrive in?
Supplied as a single specimen in 17cm pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.