Description Family Polygonaceae Originating from China Vigorous, stately and elegant, this Rhubarb on steroids has wow factor to spare. Its new leaves emerge in deep pink and purple hues, gradually mellowing to mostly green as they age, to be followed by new foliage all summer long. In summer, airy clouds of tiny flowers appear borne on tall branched spikes, burgundy and pink at first, ageing to pale pink and white. Larger in all its parts and more colourful in foliage and flower than its edible relative, this stunning plant looks at home in exotic, jungle and woodland gardens. Easy to grow in all except dry alkaline soils, in part shade or sun. Height and spread after 2 – 5 years 2.5m x 2.5m.
