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Provide Rhubarb-Protection over the Winter Season
Ensure successful spring growth by putting a rhubarb-protection plan in place to guard from the harsh elements after the Fall season.
Many plants survive the winter cold without much help from us. They simply don't need it or are just plain neglected. The compost added during the summer was probably quite enough!
Well, that is not necessarily so. You should provide shelter from the winds that can dry out the plants severely. Rhubarb can survive the cold winter well. In fact, it needs the cold to some degree to signal the dormancy stage. But, help it to remain healthy by covering it with compost, manure, straw or even evergreens. The evergreen boughs will contribute greatly by actually allowing good air and moisture circulation.
After the winter freeze, pull back the mulch and the other compost materials. Allow the crowns to warm up from the sunlight.
Instead of struggling back, your plants will bounce back to make a smooth
transition into Spring.
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