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Rocky Arugula/Wild Rocket

Rocky Arugula/Wild Rocket

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Rocky' is a fast-growing, wild-type arugula that grows in a compact rosette form. Wild arugula has a slightly stronger, more complex flavor than regular arugula, and is perennial in USDA zones 6—10. Its flavor can be described as peppery or mustardy with a hint of nuttiness. Tender baby greens are ready in 30 days, at 2"–4" tall.

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Variety Info

Days to Maturity: 30–50 days

Family: Brassicaceae

Native: Asia and Europe

Hardiness: Frost-tolerant perennial in USDA zones 6–10

Exposure: Full sun

Plant Dimensions: 8"–10" tall at maturity

Variety Info: 2"–6" soft, green leaves. Wild arugula has more deeply-lobed leaves than common arugula. Edible flowers are yellow.

Attributes: Frost Tolerant, Cold Tolerant, Good for Containers

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Sowing Info

When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 40°F; ideally 50°–70°F. Successive Sowings: Every 3 weeks until 4 to 6 weeks before your average first fall frost date. Mild Climates: Sow in fall for winter harvest.

When to Start Inside: Not recommended.

Days to Emerge: 10–15 days

Seed Depth: ¼

Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 6"

Row Spacing: 6"

Thinning: When ½" tall, thin to 1 every 6"

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Growing Info

Harvesting: For the mildest, best-tasting baby greens, pick leaves when 2"-4" long. Pick individually or cut off the plant at ground level. For the best flavor, harvest before plant begins to flower, unless you plan to eat the flowers.

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  • David M.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3/29/24
    5 Stars

    These are doing really well. This one has a more peppery complex flavor that is really nice. I live in zone 9a, and I wanted to try this variety because it is slow to bolt.

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  • Brian A.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    11/27/23
    5 Stars

    Fast growing. 99% germination. Will buy again 👍

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  • Perry S.
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    Rated 2 out of 5 stars
    11/18/23
    2 Stars

    Pests love it, that’s probably the main reason I’m getting slow growth.

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  • Sharon C.
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    10/1/23
    4 Stars

    Good germination. Great taste. My first time growing arugula. It’s growing more slowly than I’d expected but I started a second round and will be planting them in a different place with more space so hoping that will help.

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  • Sara C.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    9/26/23
    5 Stars

    Grows well and tastes great. Excellent value!

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