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Rhubarb bolting #749414

Asked May 12, 2021, 12:30 AM EDT

What does it mean when my rhubarb bolts and should I cut them off or leave them?

Brule County South Dakota

Expert Response

You can just remove the flower stalk. It could be that your rhubarb is getting crowded and needs to be divided. You can do that early next spring. For more information, see https://extension.sdstate.edu/rhubarb-season

An Ask Extension Expert Replied May 12, 2021, 7:13 PM EDT

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Rhubarb bolting #749414

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