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Rheum Species, Rock Rhubarb, Turkestan Rhubarb

Rheumturkestanicum

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Rheum turkestanicum by scirpidiella
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Genus
Rheum (REE-um)
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Species
turkestanicum (tur-kay-STAN-ee-kum)
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Synonym
Rheum megalophyllum
Rheum renifolium
Rheum rupestre
Rheum turanicum
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Herbaceous
Textured
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing

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Hardiness

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Danger
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color

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Bloom Time
Mid Spring
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Category
Edible Fruits and Nuts
Vegetables
Herbs
Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow
Grow outdoors year-round in hardiness zone
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting

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