Gardenheir x Whichford Pottery Forcer

By covering the rhubarb plant, the forcer blocks out sunlight and limits photosynthesis. This forces the plant to use its stored energy to grow rapidly toward the light, resulting in tender, pale stalks that are significantly less acidic and sweeter than those grown in full sun.

Yes, it functions effectively as a protective cloche for other vegetables or tender plants. Placing it over seedlings in early spring helps trap heat and protect them from frost, encouraging an earlier harvest.

No, you can leave it outside year-round. It is crafted from a high-grade, frost-proof clay blend and comes with a 10-year frost-proof guarantee, so it is built to withstand freezing temperatures.

This model features a solid, bell-shaped design without a removable lid. To check on your plants or harvest, you simply lift the entire piece off the ground.

The forcer is designed to sit directly on the soil, so it acts as a cover rather than a container. Because it is open at the bottom, water drains naturally into the surrounding earth, preventing any pooling issues.