How to Grow:
Rhubarb can be planted 8-10 weeks before your last spring frost indoors and outdoors 2 weeks before your last spring frost. It can also be planted 10-12 weeks before your last fall frost. You can see specific dates for your location using our FREE iOS, Android, and Universal Web App.
Rhubarb seeds are planted 1/4 inch deep, 1 per square, in the full sun to part shade. Take care to notice what plants are around the area as well, see the companion plant section below. Rhubarb seeds will sprout in around 14-21 days with constant moisture.
Companion Plants:
Companion planting is a vital part of organic gardening. Companion plants assist in the growth of others by attracting beneficial insects, repelling pests, or providing nutrients, shade, or support. There are also plants that do not like being next to each other. Some plants get too tall and can provide too much shade for your plant. Sometimes certain plants attract the same pests, so it is important to try and separate these.
Good | Bad | |
Banana Peppers | Marjoram | Beans (bush & pole) |
Bell Peppers | Nasturtiums | Peas |
Bok Choy | Onions | |
Broccoli | Oregano | |
Cabbage | Parsley | |
Catnip | Rosemary | |
Cauliflower | Sage | |
Chamomile | Stevia | |
Chives | Summer Savory | |
Collard Greens | Sunflowers | |
Garlic | Tarragon | |
Kale | Thyme | |
Kohlrabi | Turnips | |
Marigolds |
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Pests:
Pests can be one of the most difficult challenges you face in the garden. We strive to grow food without the use of pesticide and luckily there are natural solutions for most of these nasty pests! The pests listed below are common ones for this plant:
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Harvesting:
Cooking & Eating!
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12 thoughts on “Rhubarb: How to Grow and When to Plant in Your Backyard or Patio Garden!”
Oh, I so dig rhubarb! I still grow the same rhubarb that I got from my great grandfather about the time I was in kindergarten!
That is so amazing! I love that, what wonderful memories!