Rocket Arugula
Rocket Arugula is a fast-growing, easy-to-grow leafy green with a peppery, spicy flavor. They add a bold, fresh taste to salads, sandwiches, or as a healthy side dish.
Arugula was famous in Ancient Egypt and Ancient Rome. Ancient people used Arugula as a medicine to treat digestive issues, liver problems, and more.
This is a Bella Garden Seeds growing guide that will give you everything you need to know when it comes to planting, maintaining, and harvesting delicious, fresh produce. This information is specific to the variety, reviewed by the Bella Garden Seeds Botanist. Want to share your secret tips? Join us on our social media pages. We can't wait to hear from you!
The Bella Garden Seeds Growing Guide: Rocket Arugula
Arugula Planting Instructions
👇 Sowing: Direct sow frequently or continuous harvest
🗓️ Days to Germinate: 5-10 (Fast grower!)
Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil.
🌸 🍂 Season: Early spring and fall. Rocket Arugula Bolts in heat, which means it will not continue producing delicious, edible leaves.
🌡️ Temperature: Sow seeds when soil temperature is above 50° F.
☀️ Sun: Plant in full sun, can grow with part shade.
💧 Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist.
Fertilizer: Use a light fertilizer. Excess Nitrogen (N) increases the "bite" flavor of Arugula and encourages leaf growth
📏 Spacing: 5-7 inches between seeds.
📏 Planting Depth: 1/8 inch
❌ Crop Rotation: Avoid replanting with broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage or other brassicas.
❤️ Companion Planting: Consider planting with carrots and onions.
🪴 Planting in Pots: Can grow well in shallow containers. Resow seeds every 2-3 weeks for a continuous harvest.
Arugula Plant Care & Maintenance
🪴 Transplanting: Direct sow for best results. If you are transplanting, transplant only very young seedlings. Remember, Arugula can do well in pots!
💧 Watering: Keep soil evenly moist. Drought will make the Arugula leaves more bitter.
☀️ Sun: Provide afternoon shade in hot weather to improve productivity.
🌡️ Temperature: The ideal temperature range is between 50-65° degrees. Bolting can happen when temperatures are above 80°.
Soil: When established, mulch lightly for best results
Fertilizer: Consider light fertilizer if growth slows.
😋 Want to Improve Flavor? Pick young and cool quickly in the refrigerator after harvest.
Arugula Pest and Disease Management
👍 General best practices and prevention: Use the recommended spacing of arugula plants for good airflow. Water at soil level to keep leaves healthy. Check on your plants every few days to catch issues early. Look out for yellowing leaves, spots, sticky residue, holes, or curled leaves. Check the undersides of leaves where pests often hide. Remove and destroy infected leaves immediately.
😷 Common Arugula Diseases: Downy mildew, leaf spot. For treatment use a copper fungicide. You can also improve airflow and avoid overhead watering.
🪰 Common Arugula Pests: Flea beetles and aphids. For treatment, use neem oil or an insecticidal soap.
Harvesting Arugula
👍 Signs it's ready: Leaves are between 2-3 inches long and no flowering or seeds.
✂️ How to Harvest: Cut the outer leaves or shear above the crown.
❄️ After Harvest: Rinse and chill to keep the crisp, delicious arugula texture.
Freshness and Storing Arugula
Arugula has better flavor, texture, and health benefits the sooner you eat it. With a productive plant like this, harvest when you plan to eat it immediately. Use it as a snack or add to salad for a delicious kick!
🗓️ How long is garden arugula fresh? 3-5 days when refrigerated
❄️ How to store: Refrigerate in a breathable or paper bag. Add a paper towel.
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