Rhubarb and the frost
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Rhubarb and the frost
I assume that when we get the freeze they are predicting I will need to cover my rhubarb. Does any one have any suggestions on what to use? Could I just heap on loads of manure and cover it right up or will that kill it?
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I have found Rhubarb as tough as old boots and have never found the need to give them any protection. Even living in freezing East Anglia with temps down to -10. An old boy who had an allotment in our village would always dig up his Rhubarb every winter, and leave them on the surface so as to kill grubs etc that may over winter in the roots. I have one plant with a dustbin over it to force new blanched growth. The growth under this bin is far advanced from the others but I am not expecting problems with it and will not give it any more protection .
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Thank you for info. I too have known people leave them out in frost but as they have put on some good green growth wasn't sure if it would be burnt back by hard frost. Will leave well alone.
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Rhubarb looking like a good crop.Thanks for the advice Wayland. Its survived and thriving.
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We had our first crumble tonight. The first always taste the best.
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We have been selling Rhubarb at the mart over the past few weeks. Its good to see some fresh veg being brought in after a long hungry gap.
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