Horseradish

Quick Facts

• Type: Perennial horseradish root crop
• Season: Harvest in late fall or early spring once plants are established
• Flavor: Classic, sharp horseradish heat ideal for grating into sauces and condiments
• Roots: Large, vigorous roots with good size and quality across many soil types
• Plant habit: Hardy clumps that return year after year; a few plants can supply a household for seasons to come
• Best for: Home gardens, homesteads, and market growers wanting a reliable, spicy root crop
• Hardiness & disease: Adapts to many soils with strong resistance to foliar disease, rust, and bacterial spot

Big Top horseradish is a top-performing selection chosen for its combination of size, vigor, and adaptability. Plants develop large, healthy roots that deliver the pungent heat cooks expect from fresh horseradish, making them ideal for sauces, relishes, and traditional condiments. Because the plants are perennial and productive, just a few crowns can provide more than enough root for household or small-market needs year after year.

This strain shows excellent resistance to common foliar diseases, including rust and bacterial spot, and tolerates a wide range of soil types when drainage is reasonable. Once established, horseradish is low maintenance—simply harvest a portion of the roots and leave some in the ground to regrow. Plants are sold in convenient bundles of five chunks, making it easy to start or refresh a long-lasting patch.

For bed layout, spacing, and harvest tips for perennial horseradish, see our Horseradish Spacing & Planting Guide before planting.