Listen to the Rhubarb!

Forced rhubarb, which is made to mature in near total darkness, grows at such an alarming rate—as much as an inch a day—that it actually makes squeaks, creaks, and pops as it gets bigger. It makes for sweeter rhubarb, growers say, and sick beats.

I had no idea. I don’t care for rhubarb much, but this is fascinating, and you can read all about it at Atlas Obscura.