If you only grow one vegetable this year, it should be rhubarb. Why? It’s so easy to learn how to grow rhubarb, because there’s so little you need to do! Once rhubarb is established in your garden or landscape, the plants come back for years. They need very little maintenance, and best of all? Every spring will begin with a fresh crop of rhubarb to use in dozens of sweet and savory rhubarb recipes.
Many folks think of rhubarb as a fruit (likely because it’s so often sweetened and paired with fruits.) It’s actually a perennial vegetable in growing zones 3-8. (Check this USDA map to see what growing zone you’re in.)
Where to Find Rhubarb Plants
They could be right next door! Neighbors or friends with large, established rhubarb patches will be happy to share some with you. Rhubarb plants are easy to dig up, divide and replant. Divide the crown of a plant using a sharp shovel, and take a portion with at least two stems.
No luck with your neighbors? Your local garden center will have young plants available in the spring as the gardening season kicks off. Sellers like Burpee are also a good bet. They
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