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Can You Grow Rhubarb in New York?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b
Rhubarb thrives here — it is extremely cold-hardy and needs cold winters to perform well.
Plant zones
New York last frost
New York first frost
Days to harvest
About Rhubarb
Rhubarb is extremely cold-hardy and productive — plant once and harvest stalks every spring for decades.
Plant crowns in spring. Never harvest the first year. Never eat the leaves — they are toxic. Mulch crowns in autumn. Divide every 5-7 years. Rhubarb actually improves after cold winters.
Gardening in New York
New York ranges from Zone 6b in New York City to Zone 4a in the Adirondacks. Western New York near Lake Erie has a unique microclimate excellent for Concord grapes.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Rhubarb in New York?
Rhubarb thrives here — it is extremely cold-hardy and needs cold winters to perform well.
What zone is New York?
New York spans USDA Zone 6a (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).
When do you plant Rhubarb in New York?
See the planting guide for Rhubarb — timing depends on your exact frost date.