Description
An heirloom variety from around 1850. A good old "sweeter" variety with bright red stems and pink flesh. Stem length 60cm. Well suited for layering. Easy to grow. Good for use in compotes, jelly or as a cake topping. Requires moderately moist, rich growing conditions. Treat with compost every spring.
| Category: | perennials, herbs/vegetables |
| Flower color: | light pink |
| Growing conditions: | full sun, penumbra, moderately humid, fertile, with good drainage |
| European climate zone: | Z4= -29 ...-35, Z5= -23 ...-29 |
| Height: | 75-100cm, 100-150cm |