Plant of the week: Rhubarb 'Valentine'

Forget those ephemeral roses: ­nothing says "I love you" like a ­reliably perennial vegetable-fruit. Rhubarb 'Valentine' has deep red stalks that retain their colour when cooked, and is one of the sweeter varieties. Buy one rhubarb crown for £7.95 or three for £13.85 ­(prices include UK p&p); ­plants supplied as crowns. To order, call 0330 333 6851, quoting ref GUPW221, or go to our Readers' Offer page . Delivery within 28 days.