The Horseradish Plant is a hardy, long-lived perennial grown for its spicy, flavorful roots used to make the traditional condiment of the same name. With a pungent aroma and bold heat, freshly ground horseradish adds a delicious kick to sauces, meats, and marinades.

A vigorous and dependable grower, horseradish thrives in USDA Zones 3–9 and can produce for many years once established. It’s an easy-to-grow root crop that tolerates poor soil, cold winters, and neglect — making it a perfect addition for home gardeners and kitchen enthusiasts.

Ships as dormant, bare-root plants ready for spring planting.

Key Features:

• Classic spicy root used in sauces and condiments
• Perennial, hardy, and easy to grow
• Vigorous and long-lived — produces year after year
• Tolerates a wide range of soils and cold conditions
• Performs best in Zones 3–9

Planting & Care:

• Full sun for best root development
• Space 18–24 in. apart in rows 24–36 in. apart
• Plant crowns or root cuttings at a 45° angle, 2–3 in. deep
• Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained
• Fertilize lightly in spring and midsummer with compost or balanced fertilizer
• Harvest in late fall after frost for best flavor
• For long-term production, leave a few side roots to regrow each year

Shipping & Delivery Note

This item ships directly from our grower and follows a separate schedule from Seeds ’n Such seed orders. Live plants ship when weather conditions are suitable for your USDA zone. A flat $12 Live Plant Shipping Fee is applied per order containing berry plants.

Estimated shipping windows:

• Zones 9–10: Jan 12–Feb 23
• Zone 8: Feb 2–Mar 2
• Zone 7: Feb 23–Mar 23
• Zones 5–6: Mar 23–Apr 20
• Zones 2–4: Apr 6–May 4

For questions about shipping, tracking, or plant quality, please contact us at service@seedsnsuch.com.