Grow Your Own Wasabi and Horseradish

True Wasabi is a rare and highly prized plant, loved for its fresh, clean heat and delicate flavour. Surprisingly, it’s quite easy to grow in a cool, shady position, thriving in pots or consistently damp areas.

Horseradish — the ingredient that makes up around 80% of most commercial “Wasabi” pastes — is far tougher and grows vigorously in the veggie patch. Both plants are incredibly productive: simply harvest what you need and leave the rest to continue growing making this a great reason to grow your own! Freshly grated real Wasabi begins losing its signature flavour and aroma within about 15 minutes, making home-grown Wasabi a true culinary treat.

Our Grow Your Own Wasabi and Horseradish Pack includes one plant each of true Wasabi and Horseradish (separately labelled) — the perfect pairing for adventurous home gardeners and food lovers alike. Grow your own fresh, authentic flavour at home, whether in a cool shady spot, damp garden bed, or large pots.

Horseradish (Armoracia rusticana) is a clumping perennial grown for its tapering fleshy root; Horseradish is now the primary ingredient in Wasabi due to the scarcity of the traditional ingredient. Packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, it boosts immunity, fights inflammation, and supports joint health. Its digestive benefits alleviate bloating, while detoxifying properties cleanse the liver. Horseradish even boosts metabolism, aiding in weight management. Elevate your wellness with horseradish and thrive! Young leaves can be used to flavour salads and hot dishes, and nothing beats the flavour of Horseradish sauce made with fresh Horseradish roots. Grows best in a well cultivated bed but will cope with poor soils. Tolerates damp soils.

Grown for it's spicy root, Wasabi (Wasabia japonica) is a delicacy in many cuisines. This perennial prefers a partly shaded position and requires regular watering or planting into a wetter part of the garden. This is the true Japanese Wasabi so both the leaves and roots of this plant are edible. The roots are grated to create the hot and spice delicacy enjoyed worldwide and the foliage and stems can be used fresh in salads. Wasabi requires a cool shaded position in moist soils and needs regular watering, particularly during the summer months. For best results protect from direct sun and frost.