When to harvest rhubarb

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Rhubarb is a perennial vegetable that produces one of the first harvests of the growing season. The portion you eat is the leaf stem (sometimes called the stalk). Rhubarb is usually used to make pies, jams, and desserts, often in combination with strawberries and lots of sugar! But, harvesting them at the wrong time or in the wrong way can impact future plant growth. Keep reading to get gardening tips on when to harvest rhubarb for the best flavor and yields!

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As winter ends, rhubarb is one of the first garden plants to greet us in the spring. This hardy perennial produces tangy stems that are perfect in pies and cobblers and so much more. A

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I let my rhubarb flower. But, hey, I enjoyed a splendid show of flowers and now have a rhubarb seed collection for planting more rhubarb next year! So, if you?re feeling rebellious, click here to learn more about how to collect rhubarb seeds for planting next year.

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the best time of year to plant rhubarb

Learn all the essentials for growing rhubarb. Plant during their dormancy period in spring or fall, and don’t harvest the first year. Rhubarb grows best with full sun and soil rich in organic matter. Grow reliable varieties like Canada Red or Victoria. #planting #rhubarb #time

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