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How Far Apart to Plant Rhubarb?
Space Rhubarb 36 inches apart within the row, and keep 48 inches between rows. Do not harvest at all the first year; let it establish.
| Plant spacing | 36 in (91 cm) apart |
| Row spacing | 48 in (122 cm) apart |
| Planting depth | Crown buds 2 inches below the surface |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| When to plant | Early spring |
| Good companions | brassicas, beans |
| Avoid near | none major |
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Spacing tips for Rhubarb
A mature crown is huge, so 36 inches keeps the big leaves from shading each other.
Companion planting
Plant near: brassicas, beans.
Keep away from: none major.
Frequently asked questions
- How far apart should I plant Rhubarb?
- Space Rhubarb about 36 inches apart within the row, with 48 inches between rows. Do not harvest at all the first year; let it establish.
- How deep do I plant Rhubarb?
- Plant Rhubarb at a depth of Crown buds 2 inches below the surface.
- What grows well with Rhubarb?
- Good companions for Rhubarb include brassicas, beans. Avoid planting near none major.