Originally Posted by
PurplePassion
Yes , you can harvest about half the stalks this year. Do NOT cut the stalks , pull them. other wise the part that is left from cut off will rot. The leaves are not to be put in the compost pile either. I have a good custard cake recipe --I will find and post.
Why should the leaves not be added to the compost?
I do ... and don;t know of any problems.
Rhubarb Custard Cake .. you have my attention, and I would so appreciate the recipe.
Thanks!
Was checking my rhubarb yesterday and it's well on the way ... though a long way from harvesting!
