Plant: Horseradish

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Garden Prep Pointers: 

*Select full sun location you can designate to Horseradish for a long period of time.

*Till soil thoroughly, mix in about 3 lbs of 15-15-15 per 100 sq. ft., or organic fertilizer (amount specified on package).

Planting Season: 

*Plant outside May 1st – June 1st (First week in May is best)

Plant Selection Tips: 

*Dormant bare root plants are best, but young plants in gallon containers would work well too.

Planting Guide:

*Plant 12" apart 3-4 ft between rows if you have that many

*Plant at 45° angle with flat end facing up

Planting Notes: 

*Flat end should be about 1” below soil surface

Upkeep:

*Water often, establishing your crop the first year is crucial. 

Fruiting Habits:

            *Harvest plants the second Fall after planting, if not harvesting, divide clumps of plants up and replant in new location.

Growers Favorite Varieties:

            *Big Top

Grower Notes:

*Horseradish can be dug and moved, divided once established, but will live a LONG TIME.  A few plants should be enough for a typical family.

Fruits of Knowledge: 

*Easy to take care of with little fertilizing and average weed control and watering, Horseradish makes a great hassle free crop sure to reward your family every Fall.