Rhubarb requires a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to light shade. Harvest can start from the second year.
Sydney Crimson is generally regarded as a hardy plant, so it can be safe to leave outdoors for the majority of winter (although if in doubt, using a row cover is often a good idea). Sydney Crimson needs a soil ph of 6.0 to 6.8 (weakly acidic soil).If you grow from seed it will take an extra year to produce stalks and will not always be true to type.