rhubarb 'Timperley Early'

This cultivar was bred for forcing but also performs very well outside. The colour will be better when forced. Can be susceptible to frost

Allow the foliage to die back naturally in autumn then cut away the old leaves to expose the growing points to winter cold

Lift crowns between autumn and early spring (usually in November). Use a spade to divide the crown into sections each retaining a portion of the rhizome (thickened root) and at least one growing point. Sections from the outer part are better than the centres of old plants. Discard any old or decayed parts of the crown. Replant straight away or wrap in damp sacking until ready to plant

Aphids, slugs and snails may be problematic

Honey fungus and a virus may be troublsome