Rhubarb

And lots of it. It grows well here. The climate, the soil, the amount of sunlight; these variables do not fit with every crop, but with rhubarb it does. Here anyways. Many of the gardens around the forest area shaded and have ho-hum soil. Rhubarb does not care, as long as it gets enough organic matter.

The plants are babied. They are spaced out at least two feet. Compost is worked into the soil. And future compost is used as mulch to keep weeds and other competitive plants from being a bother.

There is lots growing in Corwhin. At least a tenth of an acre. Several years of expansion were done to meet growing markets, only for those markets to dry up. But it grows well here, so it's been kept. 

Rhubarb is a seasonal perennial crop. It returns each spring. It is best eaten in the late spring when it has nearly reached full height, but is still tender. Stalks are used for sauces, pies, muffins and cakes. The leaves are not safe to consume. Typically, rhubarb is available from late May to early June. It is a short season, so it is important to not blink. Rhubarb freezes well, so it can be stored when fresh and used later when needed.

Want rhubarb? Make an order. We won't sell it unless there is enough ready to sell. The perfect harvesting season is about four weeks, so don't wait. Price is $3.50 per pound.

Rhubarb is propagated from root cuttings. We have some already potted after moving some plants. Price is $10 per pot.