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[Caren Kirk <quirky@videotron.ca>]

I planted 3 different types of rhubarb, 2 red (Valentine+ 1 other I forget), 
1 green (Victoria). Victoria flowered, reds didn't.  Definite but subtle 
differences in taste.  Victoria was certainly a bit more tart, but with 
different "strawberry" type nuances once cooked.  Tartness is not that much 
of a problem, it helps define the rhubarb experience in my mind, especially 
when mixed with sweet fruits such as strawberrys.

The best way I found was to harvest all three types at the same times and 
cook or freeze a mixture of all 3.  Wonderful pie, yum!

Only problem: I planted them in amended clay and in the beginning they were 
flourishing. However, with all the rain we had last summer I think they 
became waterlogged and the crowns have rotten.  One is definitely dead, 
don't know if I can save the other types.

Good Luck!

Caren
Quebec.