Horseradish Plants

Known for its spicy roots, horseradish is an edible perennial that will add a bite to any dish or dip. It's from the same family as mustard, wasabi and radish, with a similar type of pungency.

Expect these roots to also have a surprisingly subtle, sweet taste, similar to the sweetness of garden-fresh beans or asparagus. Much more flavourful than what's available in grocery stores!

Lifted in the fall before the ground freezes, the roots can be stored and used throughout the winter, similar to other root vegetables. You can leave a few pieces planted to ensure you have new plants the following spring.

Horseradish spreads very easily (from any piece of root left behind), so plan to contain it or plant it somewhere you don't mind it spreading. We grow ours in large, deep pots.

Common names: Horseradish

Edible: Roots (and leaves in moderation)
Harvest timing: November

Scientific name: Armoracia rusticana
Light requirements: Full sun, part-sun
Full-grown size: 2' tall and 1.5' wide
Hardiness: Zone 3
Pollination: Cross-pollinated, but not required for roots
Origin: Eastern Europe
Noteworthy: Fresh flavour is far superior to processed horseradish available in grocery stores. 

WE DO NOT SHIP LIVE PLANTS. THEY ARE AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP AT OUR NURSERY IN ERRINGTON, BC.