Rhubarb and Custard is a cheerful, striking collarette variety, part of the Sweet Candy Series. The exact year of introduction is not consistently specified but it is a widely available and highly popular cultivar, particularly in the UK. Characteristics: Form: Collarette (CO)—The bloom consists of an outer ring of broad ray petals (the "rhubarb") and a small inner ring, or "collar," of shorter, often twisted petals (the "custard"), surrounding a visible, nectar-rich central disc. Color: Bi-Color/Blend—Outer petals are a beautiful pale peach or soft pink, often flushed with a deeper pink or purple-red at the base, surrounding a creamy white or soft yellow inner collar. The center is typically bright yellow, attracting pollinators. Bloom Size: Approximately 3 to 6 inches (or 8–15 cm). It can range from Miniature (M) to Small (BB) sizes depending on growing conditions. Height: Ranges from 2.5 to 4 feet (70 cm to 1.2 meters), with many sources listing it at the mid-range of 70–90 cm, making it suitable for borders and containers. Performance: A prolific and long-blooming variety that offers continuous colour from mid-summer until the first frost. Its open form makes it an excellent flower for attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. It works well both in the garden and as a cut flower for whimsical, cottage-style bouquets. Please note that the listing is for one rooted cutting. We guarantee you will receive a cutting with a healthy root system at the time of receipt that is true to variety. Please examine your order immediately upon arrival and contact us via email (not social media) within 24 hours if you see an issue with your order. After 24 hours, the buyer accepts full responsibility for the tuber as we cannot be held responsible for improper storage, weather, growing conditions, pest damage, plant performance, failure to thrive or negligence.
