{"id":1045,"date":"2023-05-12T15:23:31","date_gmt":"2023-05-12T22:23:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/?p=1045"},"modified":"2023-06-27T12:03:51","modified_gmt":"2023-06-27T19:03:51","slug":"how-to-grow-horseradish","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-horseradish\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Grow Horseradish &#8211; A Beginner&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningeats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/How-to-Grow-Horseradish.png\" alt=\"horseradish plant growing in garden\" title=\"\"><br \/>\nHorseradish, which are known botanically as Armoracia rusticana, are a type of vegetable that can easily be grown at home. Continue reading to learn the basics of growing horseradish as well as common mistakes to avoid along the way.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-horseradish\/#Best_Time_to_Plant_Horseradish\" title=\"Best Time to Plant Horseradish\">Best Time to Plant Horseradish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-horseradish\/#How_to_Plant_Horseradish_the_Right_Way\" title=\"How to Plant Horseradish the Right Way\">How to Plant Horseradish the Right Way<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-horseradish\/#How_Much_Sunlight_is_Needed_to_Grow_Horseradish\" title=\"How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Horseradish\">How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Horseradish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-horseradish\/#How_Much_to_Water_Horseradish\" title=\"How Much to Water Horseradish\">How Much to Water Horseradish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-horseradish\/#How_Long_Does_it_Take_Horseradish_to_Germinate_and_Grow\" title=\"How Long Does it Take Horseradish to Germinate and Grow?\">How Long Does it Take Horseradish to Germinate and Grow?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-horseradish\/#When_to_Harvest_Horseradish\" title=\"When to Harvest Horseradish\">When to Harvest Horseradish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-horseradish\/#What_Can_Horseradish_Be_Used_For\" title=\"What Can Horseradish Be Used For?\">What Can Horseradish Be Used For?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-horseradish\/#Can_Horseradish_Grow_in_Pots_and_Containers\" title=\"Can Horseradish Grow in Pots and Containers?\">Can Horseradish Grow in Pots and Containers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-horseradish\/#Are_Horseradish_Safe_for_Bees\" title=\"Are Horseradish Safe for Bees?\">Are Horseradish Safe for Bees?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Plant_Horseradish\"><\/span>Best Time to Plant Horseradish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This will depend largely on your local climate, but as a rule of thumb, begin to plant the horseradish seeds plant root cuttings directly outdoors in early spring. This is the best time to ensure that the seedlings survive the weather.<\/p>\n<p>To check when horseradish are most likely to thrive in your area, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map<\/a>. If you live outside the US, do a quick search for &#8216;plant hardiness zone + [city]&#8217;.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Plant_Horseradish_the_Right_Way\"><\/span>How to Plant Horseradish the Right Way<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are a number of things to consider that will help you avoid some of the common mistakes of growing horseradish in your home garden. <\/p>\n<p>Often overlooked, your soil can have a huge impact on how well your horseradish grow. Generally, your soil should be well-drained and fertile. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esf.edu\/pubprog\/brochure\/soilph\/soilph.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Soil PH levels<\/a> should be around 6.0 to 7.5.<\/p>\n<p>1&#8243; apart in rows 12&#8243; apart. plant root cuttings 24-36&#8243; apart in rows 36&#8243; apart. The seeds should be sowed at a depth of about 12-15&#8243;. For each plant, be sure to sow at least a few seeds to ensure that at least one of them will germinate.<\/p>\n<p>Begin thinning your horseradish seedlings 24-36&#8243; apart when planting root cuttings.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Sunlight_is_Needed_to_Grow_Horseradish\"><\/span>How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Horseradish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The amount of sunlight is another key to a successful harvest. Too much sunlight will dry out your horseradish. Not enough sunlight will stunt your its growth or even kill it.<\/p>\n<p>Ideally, your horseradish should be getting full sun to partial shade<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_to_Water_Horseradish\"><\/span>How Much to Water Horseradish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As you&#8217;ve figured by now, a lot can have an impact on how well your horseradish do, and the amount of water is no different.<\/p>\n<p>Ideally, the soil should be damp to touch; not soggy or bone dry. If the leaves on your horseradish begin to change colors or start to look droopy, you need to adjust how much water you&#8217;re giving it.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, if you give it too much or too little water, you can kill it, so it&#8217;s best to just keep an eye on it and water as needed.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_it_Take_Horseradish_to_Germinate_and_Grow\"><\/span>How Long Does it Take Horseradish to Germinate and Grow?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Now the fun part begins and you get to watch your horseradish grow.<\/p>\n<p>It takes approximately n\/a to germinate, and a total of 120-150 days from seed to harvest.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Harvest_Horseradish\"><\/span>When to Harvest Horseradish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The best time to harvest your horseradish is in late fall, after the first frost, or in early spring before new growth starts.<\/p>\n<p>Horseradish can grow up to about 24-30&#8243; tall.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_Horseradish_Be_Used_For\"><\/span>What Can Horseradish Be Used For?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Food Use:<\/strong> great for condiments, sauces, and seasoning dishes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Flavor Profile:<\/strong> pungent and spicy.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Horseradish_Grow_in_Pots_and_Containers\"><\/span>Can Horseradish Grow in Pots and Containers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, it is generally not advised to grow horseradish in pots or containers.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Horseradish_Safe_for_Bees\"><\/span>Are Horseradish Safe for Bees?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, horseradish are safe for bees. <\/p>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenpeace.org\/usa\/sustainable-agriculture\/save-the-bees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GreenPeace.org<\/a>, bees pollinate human food crops that make up about 90% of the world&#8217;s nutrition.<\/p>\n<p>Given their importance in our ecosystem and food supply, I feel it is important to note that growing horseradish is bee-friendly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Horseradish, which are known botanically as Armoracia rusticana, are a type of vegetable that can easily be grown at home. Continue reading to learn the basics of growing horseradish as well as common mistakes to avoid along the way. Best Time to Plant Horseradish This will depend largely on your local climate, but as a rule of thumb, begin to plant the horseradish seeds plant root cuttings directly outdoors in early spring. This is the best time to ensure that the seedlings survive the weather. To check when horseradish are most likely to thrive in your area, see the USDA <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":960,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[18,233,232],"tags":[22,214],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1045"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1045"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1045\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1179,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1045\/revisions\/1179"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/960"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1045"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1045"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1045"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}