Rhubarb
Vegetables
Intermediate
Perennial

Rhubarb

Rheum × hybridum

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About Plant: Rhubarb

A very hardy perennial grown for tart edible stalks; the leaves contain high oxalate levels and should not be eaten.

Growing Profile

SunlightFull Sun
WaterModerate
SoilDeep, fertile, well-drained (6.0–7.5)
Spacing18–36 inches
Height2–3 feet
Time to Harvest1-2 years
Planting DepthPlant crown/root at recommended depth
Germination TimeDivisions/crowns recommended

Expert Growing Tips

Choose a permanent weed-free site and harvest lightly until perennial crowns are well established.