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Armoracia rusticana 'Variegata'
Variegated Horseradish
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SUN PERENNIALSArmoracia rusticana 'Variegata' – This is variegated horseradish... yes, horseradish. Look at those beautiful leaves! And the roots are every bit as edible as its less interesting entirely green counterpart. It may take a couple of years to demonstrate its variegation potential - certainly the leaves of recently propagated plants are more green than not. But if you harvest and prepare a bit of root and put a dash of it in a strong bloody Mary, sit and drink your delicious cocktail you may discern the variegation sooner. To quote Judy Tenuta, "It could happen". And though listed as growing between 15 to 24 inches tall, it may grow taller – as high as 36 inches in time. Plant Armoracia rusticana 'Variegata' in fertile, deep soil that retains moisture between rains. Site this striking clumping perennial in part shade to full sun. Pot grown division.
Characteristics and Attributes for Armoracia rusticana 'Variegata'
Season of Interest (Flowering)
- Late Spring / Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
- Spring / Summer
Nature Attraction
- Deer Resistant
Light
- Full Sun
- Mostly Sunny
Attributes
- Border
- Medicinal / Herbal
- Specimen
- Wildlife Garden
- Accent
- Natural Garden
Growth Rate in the Garden
- Moderately Fast
Soil
- Fertile
- Humus Laden
- Moist
Origins
- Europe
Propagated By
- Division