We chose to grow Rhubarb the most difficult way possible, we do love a challenge myself and Laura....
Growing Rhubarb from seed is quite a challenge and was described in a book as 'only do it if you have your heart set on it'. It will probably take 2-3 years of growing and management before we get a decent crop of Rhubarb but what's the rush?
Traditionally you grow Rhubarb from roots or crowns but not being in any particular hurry we bought the seeds instead, thinking more of the long term project than anything else.
The plan for the future then would be to propagate new plants from the existing ones or alternatively to sow a new batch every year or two from seed to have fresh growth every couple of years.
We sowed 6 seeds in a small unheated propagator to allow for any failure to germinate, we ultimately need only 2 plants. Each seed was sown approx an inch deep in multi-purpose compost. I would expect to see germination after 2-3 weeks. The tray was left outdoors as are all my propagator trays this year but with the benefit of additional cover from the elements.
I will provide a picture update when they have germinated....
Growing Rhubarb from seed is quite a challenge and was described in a book as 'only do it if you have your heart set on it'. It will probably take 2-3 years of growing and management before we get a decent crop of Rhubarb but what's the rush?
Traditionally you grow Rhubarb from roots or crowns but not being in any particular hurry we bought the seeds instead, thinking more of the long term project than anything else.
The plan for the future then would be to propagate new plants from the existing ones or alternatively to sow a new batch every year or two from seed to have fresh growth every couple of years.
We sowed 6 seeds in a small unheated propagator to allow for any failure to germinate, we ultimately need only 2 plants. Each seed was sown approx an inch deep in multi-purpose compost. I would expect to see germination after 2-3 weeks. The tray was left outdoors as are all my propagator trays this year but with the benefit of additional cover from the elements.
I will provide a picture update when they have germinated....
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