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    Armoracia rusticana 'Big Top'

    Also Known As

    • Big Top Horseradish

    Plant type

    perennial, herb, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 2'-4'
    • W: 2'-3'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Armoracia rusticana 'Big Top' plant details

    Armoracia rusticana 'Big Top' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber or herb with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Armoracia rusticana 'Big Top'

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber or herb
    Plant family: brassicaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Armoracia rusticana 'Big Top'

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
    Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    'Big Top' makes the most delicious and tangy Horseradish. As with all perennials, Big Top Horseradish dies back in the fall and comes back in late spring.

    By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

    Gardening facts about Armoracia rusticana 'Big Top' plant

    How to Grow Armoracia rusticana 'Big Top'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Armoracia rusticana 'Variegata'

    aka Common Horseradish, Red Cole, Variegated Horseradish

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Fruit / Vegetable

    Zones

    3a-9b

    Size

    Height: 1'-3'

    Width: 1'-3'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular
    Photo of Armoracia rusticana 'Variegata' foliage by Secret Garden Growers
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