If you’ve grown plants before, you know that the road to harvesting produce is not always smooth. Sometimes called pieplant, rhubarb is a cold-hardy perennial
Awesome Strategies for Growing Rhubarb at Home
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If you grew up in the country, you probably have childhood memories of picking rhubarb and taking it home for your parents to bake into a pie. While these plants have poisonous leaves, the stalks have a tart flavor that is irresistible for making a variety of sweet and savory recipes. This perennial tastes great raw when sprinkled with a bit of sugar, and cooked rhubarb is tender and delicious. If you miss the days of harvesting fresh rhubarb stalks, not to worry. Growing rhubarb is easier than you think, and we put together all the planting information you need to get started.
Explore everything there is to know about growing rhubarb, including ways to prepare for planting by picking a sunny area with fertile soil and when to plant them outdoors. Learn how to start these perennial plants from seeds or crowns and plant them in a garden setting or container. Find out about plant spacing and hilling, water and fertilizer requirements, and common diseases and pests to watch for during the growing season. Determine when and how to harvest your rhubarb and read about tips for storing and cooking your crop.
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Companion Planting Rhubarb
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How to Harvest Rhubarb
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When to Plant Rhubarb
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How to Grow Rhubarb
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How to Plant Rhubarb
If you’ve ever come across wild rhubarb, you likely have fond memories of picking the stems and taking them home to make a tart rhubarb