Things You'll Need:
- Shovel, hand shovel
- Gloves
- Knife
- Good quality garden soil
- Compost
- Manure
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Step 1
Plant after being removed. Notice root/rhizhome ball.Transplanting Rhubarb is quite simple as long as you minimize the damage to the root/rhizome some roots will break off but that is ok, they can be 16 inches to 3 feet or more depending on the plant age.
Dig around the edge of the plant taking care to not damage the root/rhizome. Remove rotten root/rhizome before transplanting.
Depending on the age of the plant will determine if you wish to seperate the plants before transplant.
If you choose to seperate the plants before transplanting refer to step two if not goto step three. -
Step 2
Newly seperated plant. Notice the root/rhizome is cleared of rotten areas.Separating the Rhubarb plants take some care but difficulty is low.
First look at the root/rhizome and determine how many clusters there are, there can be 8/10 per plant depending on age of plant.
Simply use a shovel/hand shovel or knife to cut between the "buds" of new growth. Remove any rotten or old roots/rhizome.
Each separated plant should have a rhizome/roots and a new "bud" of growth.
Any rotten root/rhizome areas should be discarded.
Once you are satisfied with the divided plants you are ready to transplant in there new home. -
Step 3
Replanted.Prepare the area where the plants are to be located. This is simply done by considering the size of the garden area and how many plants you are transplanting. The general idea is to plant rhubarb 4 inch deep and 3 to 4 feet apart.
Be sure to mix 50% garden soil 25% manure and 25% compost into the replant garden as Rhubarb loves compost and rich well draining soil!
Also be sure to water thoroughly to prevent transplant shock, the leaves may wilt but will recover. Just be sure to keep them moist.
