Growing Rhubarb

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28 Dec 14 Andrew Martin (Australia - temperate climate)
We have several rhubarb plants growing large stems that are not turning red. Is this normal as the plants have only been in for several months, (since June)? We live in the hills east of Perth WA.
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03 Jan 15 Barb (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
Hi Andrew, Some varieties of rhubarb go redder than others - some stay quite green. However, we've found more mature and cooler weather tends to redden those prone to be being red. So best wait and see, giving them a seasonal top up with good compost to keep them well fed.
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