When to plant Rhubarb in Baxter County, AR
Plant Rhubarb in Baxter County during the brief April 23–May 7 window. With 208 frost-free days, fall plantings can't mature before October 27.
When to Plant Rhubarb in Baxter County, AR
Rhubarb is a long-lived perennial vegetable grown for its tart, colorful stalks. Only the stalks are edible as the leaves contain toxic oxalic acid.
Baxter County, Arkansas is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 2 and the first fall frost is October 27, giving you a growing season of approximately 208 days.
At an elevation of 587 feet, Baxter County receives approximately 45.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Rhubarb during the growing season.
Baxter County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Rhubarb Planting Timeline — Baxter County, AR
Rhubarb Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Transplant Outdoors | April 23 | Apr 23 – May 7 |
Plant 1" deep · 30" apart · Rows 42" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | Transplant Outdoors |
| May | Transplant Outdoors |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | — |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
365–730 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 7a
📆 Growing Season
208 days in Baxter County
Growing Tips for Baxter County
Plant crowns in early spring in rich, well-drained soil. Do not harvest stalks the first year. Pull (do not cut) stalks at harvest to avoid introducing rot.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Rhubarb in Baxter County, AR?
Baxter County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 2. Plan your Rhubarb planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Baxter County, AR?
Baxter County, Arkansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 2 and first fall frost is October 27.
When should I plant Rhubarb in Baxter County, AR?
In Baxter County, AR, plant Rhubarb after the last frost (around April 2) and before the first frost (around October 27). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Baxter County, AR for Rhubarb?
Baxter County sits in USDA Zone 7a. Rhubarb grows reliably in zones 3a through 8b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Rhubarb grow in Baxter County's climate?
Yes — Rhubarb grows well in Baxter County's temperate climate. Baxter County averages a 208-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 2 and first frost around October 27.
Your Baxter County Garden Planner — Free
A 22-page printable planner built for Baxter County (Zone 7a). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.