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How to force rhubarb — 5 easy steps to a delicious early crop for crumble and more

Rhubarb in garden .

If you have an abundance of rhubarb in your garden, or even just one or two of these plants, learning how to force rhubarb means you'll be able to enjoy a sweeter, more delicious crop at the end.

As easy as growing rhubarb in pots, forcing rhubarb can be done in just a few simple steps. The process involves covering the crowns of the plant to prevent the light from reaching them, which encourages them to grow early. And it's one of the perfect gardening jobs to do in January when the crown of the plant is at its most dormant.

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