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Ken talks to rhubarb grower, Jonathan Westwood about growing the crop via candlelight and the centuries of tradition behind producing a brightly coloured forced rhubarb for deserts and savory dishes.
Most growers start harvesting forced rhubarb around the festive period and into the New Year and through January.
Jonathan growers varieties such as Timperley Early, Stockbridge Harbinger and Stockbridge Arrow (A late variety).
Rhubarb crowns are available for order from Kings Seeds and they have the following varieties in stock:
To purchase the other varieties mentioned in the interview visit the below websites:
Stockbridge Harbinger – a mid season variety
Stockbridge Arrow – a late season variety
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