That rhubarb in your garden is ready so what’s the best way to harvest it? You might assume it’s fine to simply cut the stalks off. It’s not. Instead, learn to harvest rhubarb the right way.

Rhubarb is a perennial vegetable with a reputation for its tart-flavored stalks that are perfect for pies and desserts.

Choose the right variety for your patch, prepare the soil, then plant your rhubarb in late autumn to early winter. Keep in mind that many varieties grow to be very large plants, and require a lot ...