Rhubarb can be susceptible to crown rot and fungal diseases, especially in overly wet conditions. To mitigate this, ensure ...

“One of the biggest concerns with growing rhubarb is crown rot,” Domenghini said. “Begin with healthy, disease-free plants, and plant in well-drained or mounded soil.” She suggests placing ...

Thompson and Morgan's gardening gurus highlight that crown rot is a potential issue when cultivating rhubarb, cautioning: "It's caused by fungi or bacteria (either in the soil or water ...

Leaves shouldn't be eaten as they contain oxalic acid and are poisonous. Rhubarb suffers from few diseases. Crown rot is the main threat, particularly if soil conditions are wet. The fungal ...

Julie Kendall, Eden Project’s Garden Manager, said, "If you like your rhubarb sweet and tender, now is the time to try forcing it by covering the crowns." Just as its name suggests, forcing ...