Q.Why are all of my rhubarb stalks tough and woody?
I have always had beautiful rhubarb. This spring almost all of the stalks on my rhubarb plants are tough and woody. Is this preventable?
Downtoearthdigs
Answered on May 20, 2015
Generally rhubarb will become tough as the stalks grow bigger. I like to harvest my stems when they are about 10 inches tall.
Does your rhubarb need to be divided?
This may be the case with your plant and here is a link to help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/rhubarb/dividing-rhubarb-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/rhubarb/harvesting-rhubarb.htm
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