Bean Seedling Loss and Rhubarb Division Issues: Cutworms and Root Quality

Introduction

Bean seedlings cut at ground level and weak rhubarb divisions need different fixes.

Cutworms, birds, or slugs. Deep cultivation (8") and row covers for replanting.

Weak divisions lack root mass. Keep vigorous ones, discard central crown.

Feed established plants.

Control cutworms with cultivation and covers; select strong rhubarb divisions with good roots.

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