Spraying Rhubarb Plants

Spraying is important to the survival of your plants. To handle potential diseases and pests, reference the guidelines below to know what you should spray, and when you should use it.

NOTE: This is part 9 in a series of 11 articles. For a complete background on how to grow rhubarb plants, we recommend starting from the beginning.

Before you begin, read and follow all instructions on labels.

Natural Control

  • Serenade® Garden Disease Control for leaf spot, botrytis rot and root & crown rot.

When To Spray

At the First Sign of:

  • GardenTech® Sevin® Concentrate Bug Killer for flea beetles and aphids.
  • Hi-Yield® Vegetable & Ornamental Insect Control for worms.

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