The Complete Handbook of Rhubarb

It's a solid reference, I'll give it that. The chapter on understanding the plant itself was genuinely useful for my market garden planning, and the troubleshooting section is thorough. I knocked off a star because I found some of the cultivar information a bit US-centric, and I wish it had gone a bit deeper on processing specifics. But overall, it sits on my shelf next to my other crop manuals and earns its keep.

Finally! A rhubarb book that doesn't treat it as just a pie ingredient. As a chef, I needed to understand the science of why forced rhubarb is different, how to pick the best stalks, and how to store it properly. This book answered all of that and more. The business chapter was a bonus I didn't expect but found fascinating. I've already recommended it to my produce supplier.

I've been growing rhubarb for thirty years and thought I knew it all, but this handbook proved me wrong. The section on physiological disorders and how to differentiate them from diseases is worth the price alone. It's written with a level of precision and no-nonsense practicality that you just don't see in most gardening books anymore. This is a proper manual, the kind that should be in every serious horticulturist's library.

Good, thorough book. It's not a breezy read, but I didn't expect it to be. I appreciated that the chapter on choosing the right rhubarb actually gave a framework for decision-making instead of just listing popular varieties. My only gripe is the glossary felt a little short for a 'complete' handbook. Still, it's a very useful resource for my small farm, and I plan to consult it every season.

As a buyer for a grocery chain, my expertise is in logistics and margins, not horticulture. This book was incredibly helpful in getting me up to speed on what differentiates a great product from a mediocre one, and why supply is so seasonal. The chapter on suppliers and business opportunities opened my eyes to some angles I hadn't considered. It's a bit dense if you're just a casual cook, but for a professional, it's excellent.

This is the gold standard for practical plant references. I run a small processing operation, and the information on specifications, from stalk thickness to color standards, has directly improved our quality control. The troubleshooting guide saved me a significant headache this spring with a case of crown rot I might have misidentified. It's clear, concise, and every section is packed with actionable intel. I only wish I'd had it years ago.

A very well-researched and practical handbook. I particularly appreciated the chapter on future trends, as it gave me some concrete ideas about how the market might shift for perennial crops like this. I did find the installation and usage section a bit basic for my level, but I know it's intended for a broad audience from beginners to pros. It's a valuable addition to my reference collection and I've already used it to inform ordering decisions this year.