Description
ARUGULA (Eruca sativa)
Direct Sow | Mid–Late April & September | Annual | Beginner Friendly
A fast-growing, easy-to-grow green with a bold, peppery flavor that adds a delicious kick to salads, sandwiches, and pizzas. Perfect for succession planting, arugula is a must-have for continuous harvests throughout the season.
Growing Details
Sprouts in: 5–7 days
Harvest: ~40 days
Ideal temperature: 40–70°F
Seed depth: 1/8″
Plant spacing: 6″
Full sun to partial shade
Frost hardy
Garden Companionship
Best planted with: Lettuce, carrots, radishes, onions
Benefits: Fast growth makes efficient use of space and helps suppress weeds
Avoid planting near: Strawberries, which may compete for nutrients
Pro Growing Tips
Extremely beginner-friendly and one of the easiest greens to grow
Succession sow every 2–3 weeks for a continuous harvest
Harvest young leaves for milder flavor or mature leaves for a spicier kick
Health Highlights
Nutrient-dense: Rich in vitamins A, C, and K
Antioxidant support: Contains beneficial plant compounds
Peppery green: Adds bold flavor and nutrition to fresh dishes
Pre-order now and plan ahead for a fast, flavorful harvest perfect for spring and fall planting.
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