Rhubarb is the fleshy, edible stalks of species and hybrids (culinary rhubarb) of Rheum in the family Polygonaceae, which are cooked and used for food. [2] The plant is a herbaceous …

Plant rhubarb in late autumn for spring growth, or in early spring. This perennial vegetable grows for over a decade, has no pests, and is so easy to grow. Learn how to get started with rhubarb!

Aug 8, 2022 · Rhubarb (Rheum rhabarbarum) is a vegetable that’s usually prepared and eaten like a fruit, turned into pies, jams, jellies, and more. This cool-season crop, which is perennial …

Jul 15, 2024 · Rhubarb is a vegetable known for its reddish stalks and sour taste. In Europe and North America, it’s cooked and often sweetened. In Asia, its roots are used medicinally. This …

Oct 27, 2021 · Rhubarb is a fleeting spring vegetable with bright pink stalks. It tastes sour, but when you cook it with sugar it becomes pleasantly tart.

Oct 14, 2024 · Rhubarb (scientific name Rheum rhabarbarum) is a vegetable that many people use like a fruit in cooking and recipes. Though native to Asia, it grows in other parts of the …

Aug 1, 2023 · Rhubarb is a perennial plant that grows well in cool climates. The stalks are edible, but it’s sometimes planted as an ornamental plant because of its beautiful, vibrant red stalks …

Learn how to grow rhubarb step-by-step—planting, care through the season, and harvest—your complete guide to growing rhubarb!

Feb 27, 2025 · Rhubarb, a hardy perennial of the family Polygonaceae native to Asia and grown for its large edible petioles (leafstalks). The plant’s fleshy, tart, and highly acidic leafstalks are …

Mar 21, 2024 · Find out how to grow rhubarb in your garden so you can enjoy years of early summer harvests for tasty desserts and jam. This guide includes planting and care tips, plus …