Why cannot I grow Rhubarb

Why cannot I grow Rhubarb

Comment from Dennie D

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I have tried to grow rhubarb a number of time from established plants from family as well as buying plant from reputable mailorder companies. This year it lasted over winter and started to grow but then just withered. How can i grow it?

Posted: Sunday 1st of August 2010 08:57 PM

Re: Why cannot I grow Rhubarb
Kathy N
Hi, Denise,
I am wondering if the spot you are planting them in is well-drained. Good drainage is a must for planting rhubarb.
Kathy C
Replied: Tuesday 3rd of August 2010 09:36 PM

Re: Re: Why cannot I grow Rhubarb
Dennie D
Thanks Kathy C for this advise.
It is clay soil that may be a bit too wet.Would it help to add some sand to this area before trying again.

Denise
Replied: Wednesday 4th of August 2010 09:51 PM