When should I plant Rhubarb in Zone 8b?

Start Rhubarb seeds indoors around Jan 11. Transplant outdoors after Feb 22. Expect first harvest around Feb 22.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8b is Mar 22. The first fall frost averages Nov 10, giving a 233-day growing season.

Can I grow Rhubarb in Zone 8b?

Yes. Rhubarb needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 8b has a 233-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Rhubarb in Zone 8b

Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Rhubarb. Sista frost: Mar 22. Första frost: Nov 10.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 11Nov 10

Season: Mar 22 – Nov 10 (233 dagar)

Zon8b

Sista frostMar 22

Första frostNov 10

Säsong233 dagar

Skörd90 dagar

SolFull Sol

When to Plant Rhubarb in Zone 8b

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 11

Start Rhubarb seeds indoors around Jan 11 (10 veckor före sista frosten). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 7-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 22

Transplant Rhubarb seedlings outdoors after Feb 22. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm avstånd). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Feb 22

First harvest approximately Feb 22 (~365 dagar from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 10). Rhubarb can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

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