50cm Terracotta Rhubarb Forcer / Clay Cloche

Product Description

• 50cm Terracotta Rhubarb Forcer
• Handmade on Potter's Wheel
• Traditional Victorian Design
• 50cm High x 32cm Wide
• Frost resistant (but protect during sub-zero temps)
• Well Packaged for Safe Delivery

Enjoy the beauty of this traditionally styled 50cm Terracotta Rhubarb Forcer. Ideal for forcing rhubarb, or just using as an attractive garden decoration, this terracotta lidded pot is handmade on a potters wheel, and would look great in your vegetable patch.

Why Use A Forcer?

Rhubarb is much more palatable when it is forced. This is a simple process which will bring the plant on quickly whilst depriving it of light. When the growing season begins, pop the forcer over your rhubarb and leave for approximately four weeks.

A traditional rhubarb forcer, which also will add a touch of rustic charm to your veg patch. The trapped heat will accelerate growth and the lack of light will create slender, tasty stems.

If you live in a colder part of the country, this is also a good way to ensure a crop up to a month earlier than usual.

Dimensions:

For best results, read our article for tips on growing rhubarb plants.

Please note: The lid may differ in colour to the main body.

While this product is frost resistant, we would advise storing it away during severe temperature drops as subzero temperatures may cause damage to the clay.