Growing Horseradish

Armoracia rusticana : Brassicaceae / the mustard or cabbage family

Jan F M A M J J A S O N Dec
    P P                

(Best months for growing Horseradish in USA - Zone 5a regions)

  • P = Plant crowns
  • Easy to grow. Plant root pieces. Best planted at soil temperatures between 50°F and 77°F. (Show °C/cm)
  • Space plants: 20 inches apart
  • Harvest in 16-24 weeks. Some improvement in flavour if left till after frost..
  • Compatible with (can grow beside): Best kept separate

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30 Aug 14, Tim (New Zealand - sub-tropical climate)
Twiglands sell them
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23 Jul 14, rob (Australia - temperate climate)
Does horseradish die down in winter Mine has
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05 Nov 14, Renate (Australia - temperate climate)
Yes it dose die down in Winter
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20 Jul 14, boris lelekov (Australia - temperate climate)
Hi ! Where Ii can buy a horse radish ?
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16 Jul 14, Rochelle (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
Hi looking for horseradish along the Garden route area URGENTLY pls contact me 0724405370
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29 Jun 14, Cate (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
Can horseradish be grown in a pot? If so what size/ depth do you suggest ? I have a couple of old kiddy pools and was wondering if they would be too shallow? I am in sub tropical area and very new to gardening. Cheers Cate
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28 Jun 14, Robbie (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
I planted a horseradish plant early June just as an experiment. It is growing more leaves (in a pot) and seems to be in really good shape... So when do I harvest it, since I have planted out of the recommended planting period? (In Sydney near the coast)
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14 Jun 14, raymond (Australia - temperate climate)
Thank you every body for your reply to my request for buying Horseradish, I ask at my local Food Works store and bingo I got a large bag full in five days.
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13 Jun 14, raymond (Australia - temperate climate)
I have just bought a bag of Horseradish plants and I'm going to make a sauce, then put it into jars. With the tops can I plant these in my garden now or put into boxes in compost. I live Bacchus Marsh Vic.
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09 Jun 14, Chris B (Australia - temperate climate)
Does anyone know where I can get horseradish plants in Newcastle NSW area??? Would appreciate any help thanks
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As regards horseradish, I have grown this plant, but in my opinion, it would be a mistake to think you can plant it in April and harvest in 24 weeks time and have a useful root. For Horseradish to get a nice thick root, with the distinct pungent flavour, it takes a good two years per plant. And do not underestimate how much work it is to clean the dirt out before shredding the root. It is a wonderful taste and worth the hard work, but in my experience, you need to set up a dedicated bed, plant the roots and then prepare to wait a few years to get the cycle of having a constant supply of usable nice thick roots. The roots grow very deep into the soil (a good 2-3+ feet) so it is a good idea to leave some room around each group of plants, because you need to dig quite a wide hole to get the roots out. We always harvest at Easter here in Sydney. Bon apetit.

- Pauli

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