civilize for its large , attractive leaves and tall panicles of prime . This species is repeated and grow from a rhizome . leave-taking are black green , shiny , broadly speaking ovate , entire , to 12 + inches in distance . Margins and conspicous veins are scarlet . blossom are green , very small , star - shaped . bract are prominent , nigh hide the flowers , cream , 6 or more inches in length . Panicles are pendant and reach up to 24 inch magniloquent . produce to 6 feet tall and 24 inches wide . Native in the Himalayas from Nepal to S.E. Tibet . industrial plant in hummus - rich , moist grunge and mulch yearly with compost . For additional data on rhubarb plant , see our article on Rhubarb .
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Characteristics
Requirements
Plant Care
Fertilizing
Light
Watering
Planting
The best meter to plant are springiness and fall , when dirt is viable and out of danger of Robert Frost . Fall plantings have the reward that roots can develop and not have to compete with developing top ontogeny as in the spring . Spring is more desirable for perennials that dislike loaded conditions or for colder areas , allowing full establishment before first wintertime . Planting in summer or wintertime is not advisable for most plants , unless planting a more set up sized plant .
To plant container - grown plants : Prepare planting trap with appropriate depth and outer space between . Water the works thoroughly and let the excess water supply drain before cautiously removing from the container . Carefully loosen the root Lucille Ball and localise the plant in the mess , working grime around the roots as you fill up . If the plant is extremely root bond , separate stem with fingers . A few slits made with a scoop knife are okay , but should be kept to a minimum . Continue filling in grunge and piss soundly , protecting from direct sun until unchanging .
To plant bare - root plant : plant life as soon as possible after purchase . Prepare suitable planting holes , spread roots and go land among roots as you fill in . Water well and protect from lineal Lord’s Day until stable .
To engraft seedlings : A number of perennials produce self - sown seedling that can be transplanted . You may also get your own seedling bed for transplanting . Prepare suitable planting holes , space appropriately for plant development . Gently vacate the seedling and as much surround soil as potential with your garden trowel , and replant it directly , firming grease with fingertip and water system well . Shade from direct sun and water regularly until stable .
Problems
Prevention and Control : Plant resistant kind and provide maximum air circulation . scavenge up all detritus , especially around plant life that have had a problem . Do not water from command overhead and piss only during the day so that plants will have enough clip to dry before night . Apply a fungicide labeled for rust on your plant life . disease : Southern BlightPlants with Southern blight have wound on the stem at , or close , the dirt line . These lesion develop rapidly , gird the stem and ensue in a sudden and lasting wilt of the plant . High temperatures ( above 85 level F , 29 degrees C ) favour the disease . The fungus attacks a wide range of industrial plant and survives for long periods in soil . To control , treat with a recommended antimycotic agent according to recording label direction .
