When do I harvest rhubarb - before or after it seeds out.

When do I harvest rhubarb - before or after it seeds out.
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Can I harvest seeds from the rhubarb i have to plant more?

Description : Can I harvest seeds from the rhubarb i have to plant more?

Last Answer : I would not let it flower as that takes away from the root. Cut it off and go all the way down to the ground. Depending on the size of your plant now, you can wait until the fall and devide ... it is in the winter you might need to cover it with hay to prevent it from freezing. Happy summer.

how do i harvest rhubarb seeds ?

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How do you harvest rhubarb seeds?

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Last Answer : Please do not let them flower as they takes away from the roots producing the plant. They should be cut all the way down, First year take nothing, 2nd year take a few...........third year ... ferns & all, If it goes under 32 cover with hay to protect them from freezing or the roots can die.

Can you still harvest rhubarb at this time of year?

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Last Answer : 1st year, take nothing 2nd year take a few 3rd year harvest 8 to 10 week........................... in the fall cut everything down.........add horsemanure that was composted.................add hay to keep it from freezing or the roots can freeze when it goes under 32 & under.

when is the last harvest of rhubarb

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Last Answer : The harvesting period for rhubarb is late spring through to the end of summer. Leave three to four mature leaves on the plant; these will help the rhubarb to grow vigorously. Remove any flowering stalks when you notice them.

when do I harvest rhubarb

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Last Answer : sounds like you have had this for over 3 years.....................so when the stalks are red............cut every other one.................wash cup & cook..................most people mix strawberry's with it for a pie. It is going to need sugar. I have to search for a recipe.

When is it time to harvest rhubarb?

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Can you harvest rhubarb in the spring AND the fall?

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Can you harvest rhubarb more than once per year?

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Can I harvest rhubarb when the stems are pale green?

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Last Answer : I would just leave the heads where they are and the birds will figure it out as they do every year when they forage. If you want to harvest the seeds yourself to put into a bird feeder, wait ... .edenbrothers.com and they grew to be over 9 feet tall and I harvest the seeds from them every year!

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Last Answer : Wait until the entire sunflower fades and browns. Watch the sunflower head as the seeds will grow and become more prominent. If they start to pop out, or if birds become interested, cut the head off ... .com and they grew to be over 9 feet tall and I harvest the seeds from them every year!

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What are the brown spots on rhubarb stems and should they be removed before using the rhyubarb?

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Last Answer : as long as there are no holes in it, I have notice different color on that plant. a lot of people in Pa mix that with strawberries and cook it for pie.

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can rhubarb come back after it has been cut down

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Last Answer : The good news is YES! It will come back as long as the root stock wasn't damaged, & that is very hard to do. It is better if there were a few leaves to gather energy from the sun, but ... & it should come back for all those strawberry/rhubarb pies & crisps that go so good with vanilla ice cream.

Can you still pick and use rhubarb after its gone to seed?

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Last Answer : Normally this is in hot weather and the plants are striving to make good roots for the next year. However the stems (other than the seed stems from the flower are still edible and can be harvested for your cake. Enjoy!

How do I pick rhubarb after it has gone to seed?

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My rhubarb is already starting to flower, do I cut the flower stalks out?

Description : My rhubarb is already starting to flower, do I cut the flower stalks out?

Last Answer : Too late for this year, but yes, cut the flower stalks off whenever they start to grow. It extends the plant's season of vigor.

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Am I the only one that thinks Rhubarb pie is even more disgusting than fruitcake? Who the hell likes Rhubarb pie?

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Last Answer : I like raw Rhubarb, but do not like Rhubarb pie. I may tolerate a Strawberry Rhubarb, but will gladly provide you the first $1 in your quest for compensation of your nasty pie episode. If the $1 is not enough to keep me out of the vat, then I will pay you the $14 and make you a pie of your choice.

Do you have a recipe for strawberry rhubarb pie that isn't runny/watery?

Description : Do you have a recipe for strawberry rhubarb pie that isn't runny/watery?

Last Answer : answer:No. But…what if you stewed the Rhubarb seperately and then skimmed it out of it’s juices before adding? It is the culprit, over the Strawberries for extra water. I can give you a recipe for my apple/blackberry pie though. lol Where’s Kardamom?

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Last Answer : answer:Rhubarb. Is. One. Of. The. World’s. Best. Things. Bring it!

how many rhubarb plants for one person, i like to freeze for winter as well as eat in season

Description : how many rhubarb plants for one person, i like to freeze for winter as well as eat in season

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Freezing Rhubarb

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Last Answer : The best method is to put your stems in a paper bag and place them in the freezer. By using paper, they will keep longer and weill not come out mushy when thawed.

How do I strengthen rhubarb soil

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Last Answer : Up in Pa they grow with dirt mix soil............PH test might be needed should be 5.5 to 7.0.......we put old horse manure over them when they died back.............we also use lime ... .....I am going to have to refer you to the internet as they are saying that it is difficult to grow in Florida.

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how long is the rhubarb harvesting season

Description : how long is the rhubarb harvesting season

Last Answer : 1st year take nothing, 2nd year take a few, 3rd year harves 8 to 10 week. Any flowers, cut them off all the way to the ground as they will take away from the roots getting established. If you have winters under 32 cover with hay................

How do you freeze fresh rhubarb?

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I love in southwest ontario and would like to know when it is okay to plant rhubarb

Description : I love in southwest ontario and would like to know when it is okay to plant rhubarb

Last Answer : Hi Corrine. You can do either, if you're dividing a rhubarb plant you would probably want to do it in the fall. If it's a new plant then spring would be a better time to plant it. Just remember to give it lots of space and a good dose of compost to help it grow full and healthy. Hope this helps.

Why are there black spots on the stalks of my rhubarb

Description : Why are there black spots on the stalks of my rhubarb

Last Answer : It could be fungus or mold...........................1st year don't cut, 2nd year pick a few 3rd year pick for 8 to 10 weeks..............you can wait for the sun to pass over & they cool off ... them with soapy water and wipe them..................2 tablespoons dawn & 1 qt tap water............