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Rheum palmatum var. tanguticum

Himalayan Ornamental Rhubarb

Leaves emerge blood-red in spring, The ruffled leaves turn green as they mature, but the plant still retains redness in its stems and reverts back. The towering panicle of tiny pink flowers is very colorful

Plant type
Perennial
Height
6'
Width
6'
Hardiness zones
5–8
Bloom time
Spring
Flower color
Hot Pink, Pink
Leaf color
Green
Fall color
Bronze
Fruit
No
Fragrant
Yes
Deer resistant
Yes
Salt tolerant
No
Drought tolerant
No

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