Armoracia rusticana

Horseradish

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Perennial herb cultivated for pungent edible roots used as condiment. Large, coarse, toothed leaves and small white flowers in summer.
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Plant Details

Common Name Horseradish
Family Brassicaceae
Genus Armoracia
Species Rusticana
Origin Eastern Europe / Southwest Asia
Blooming Small white flowers in late spring to early summer
Leaf Color Bright green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Deep, fertile, well-drained loamy soil with plenty of organic matter

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growth; reduce watering before harvest to prevent rotting

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade; requires light for root development

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Fertilization

Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring; avoid high nitrogen late in season

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Pruning

Remove flower stalks immediately to encourage root energy, remove dead foliage in winter

Pest Control Aphid Cabbage Looper Flea Beetle

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 9 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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