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Growing Rhubarb in Zone 2a

Zone 2a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Rhubarb early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Darrera gelada: May 15. Primera gelada: Sep 15.

Planting Calendar

Indoor
Outdoor
Harvest
Mar 6Sep 15

Season: May 15 – Sep 15 (123 dies)

Zona2a
Darrera geladaMay 15
Primera geladaSep 15
Temporada123 dies
Collita90 dies
SolSol Ple

When to Plant Rhubarb in Zone 2a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 6

Start Rhubarb seeds indoors around Mar 6 (10 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 7-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 17

Transplant Rhubarb seedlings outdoors after Apr 17. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 17

First harvest approximately Apr 17 (~365 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 15). Rhubarb can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

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