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Rheum x hybridum 'Ace Of Hearts' (Rhubarb)

Rhubarb Ace Of Hearts, Rheum 'Ace of Hearts', Rheum 'Ace of Spades'


A very ornamental plant, Rheum x hybridum 'Ace Of Hearts' (Rhubarb) is a clump-forming rhizomatous perennial grown primarily for its large, heart-shaped, deep green leaves adorned with showy beet-red undersides. Blooming from late spring to early summer, feathery plumes of pale pink flowers rise on tall flower stalks above the foliage. A dramatic accent plant for borders or near streams and ponds. Ace of Hearts' is a hybrid between the giant Rheum palmatum (Chinese Rhubarb) and the smaller Rheum kialense, making it well-suited to smaller gardens.

  • Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
  • Grows up to 3-5 ft. high (90-150 cm) and 2-3 ft. wide (60-90 cm). Once established, plants persist for many years.
  • Performs best in full sun to part shade, in fertile, evenly moist but well-drained soils. Appreciates some part shade in hot summer climates. Mulch in winter to help retain moisture.
  • Easy to grow, this ornamental Rhubarb is a welcomed addition to beds and borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife gardens.
  • Propagate by division in spring.
  • Deadhead spikes after flowering.
  • Virtually disease and pest free. Keep an eye out for blackfly (black aphids).
  • Unlike its culinary cousin (Rheum x hybridum) which is grown as a vegetable for harvest of its edible leaf stalks, Ornamental Rhubarb leaves should not be consumed. May cause severe discomfort if ingested

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Requirements

Hardiness 5 – 9
Heat Zones 5 – 9
Climate Zones 2, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 14, 15, 16, 17
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Rheum - Rhubarb
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late)
Summer (Early)
Height 3' – 5' (90cm – 150cm)
Spread 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm)
Spacing 36" (90cm)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam
Soil pH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Plant of Merit, Showy
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Small Gardens
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow

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Requirements

Hardiness 5 – 9
Heat Zones 5 – 9
Climate Zones 2, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 14, 15, 16, 17
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Rheum - Rhubarb
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late)
Summer (Early)
Height 3' – 5' (90cm – 150cm)
Spread 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm)
Spacing 36" (90cm)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam
Soil pH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Plant of Merit, Showy
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Small Gardens
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow

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