Growing Rhubarb

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14 Jun 16 Liz (Australia - temperate climate)
When is rhubarb available in the shops to buy in Melbourne. Which months of the year?
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17 Jun 16 Steve (Australia - temperate climate)
Liz, Don't waste your money. All the rhubarb I've seen on sale in Melbourne is rubbish and very expensive. I advise to grow your own, it's so easy to do, just plant in a shaded spot and keep well fed and watered. I'm splitting mine at the moment and I'll simply dig a hole, fill with compost and plant; how easy is that?
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14 Jun 16 Tempest (Australia - temperate climate)
Winter months - June, July, August. If you can't find them in your local Bunnings yet, try a reputable nursery. I've already bought some rhubarb crowns at the start of June from Bulleen Art & Garden who had three varieties on offer (Giant Victoria, Red Dragon and Ever Red).
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