Horseradish

Scientific Name: Armoracia rusticana

Common Name: Horseradish

Vegetable Type: Perennial

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Soil Type: Well-drained, deep, sandy loam

Fruit Size: Not applicable; grown for its roots

Temperature: Hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9

Spacing: Plant horseradish roots horizontally in trenches spaced 18 to 24 inches apart, with plants spaced 12 to 18 inches apart within the trench.

Height: Grows to a height of 18 to 24 inches

Width: Spreads vigorously underground; root system can spread several feet

Maturity Time: Roots are typically harvested in the fall of the first or second year of growth

Culinary Uses: Roots are grated or ground into a pungent condiment used in sauces, dips, and marinades

Flavour Profile: Offers a strong, pungent flavor with a spicy kick

Companion Plants: Planting horseradish with potatoes or other root vegetables can help deter pests. Avoid planting near other members of the Brassicaceae family, such as cabbage or broccoli, as they may compete for nutrients.

Resistant To: Horseradish is generally resistant to pests and diseases due to its pungent compounds, but root rot can occur in poorly drained soil.