Horseradish

Planted at Mount Vernon

Fruit Garden & Nursery

Lower Garden

Hardiness Zones

Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005

Horseradish is a large spreading vegetable, used primarily for its pungent roots. It should be given a confined space, as it spreads rapidly if left unchecked.

Latin Name

Armoracia rusticana

Family

Brassicaceae

Type of Plant

Vegetables

Perennials

Bloom Season

May - June

Specifications

Max Height: 2.5'

Max Spread: 3'

Uses

Vegetable

Edible

Sunlight Exposure

Full Sun

Colors

Native Range

Southeastern Europe

History

Horseradish was noted in Washington's gardener's report in May of 1798.

Other Details

Grown by Washington

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