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Variety Info
Days to Maturity: 20–45 days
Family: Brassicaceae
Native: Africa, Asia, Europe; exact native range obscure
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annual
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: 12"–24" tall at maturity
Variety Info: 2"–6" soft, green leaves are deeply pinnately lobed, shaped much like an elongated oak leaf, with hints of red in the veins. Flavor can be described as rich and peppery. Edible flowers are creamy white with purple veins.
Attributes: Frost Tolerant, Cold Tolerant, Good For Containers
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 6 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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Edibles for Partial Shade- RhettVerified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 stars3/21/26Very hearty
Planted this last year. I’m in middle TN. It never froze. Is behaving like an annual despite winter temps down into the 20’s. Fabulous to have fresh greens so early!
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerBIBotanical Interests3/23/26Hey Rhett,
We're thrilled to hear your Arugula/Rocket Seeds have been such a winter warrior for you in middle TN! That's amazing that they survived those 20-degree temps and are still going strong - what a testament to how hardy these greens really are! There's nothing quite like having fresh, peppery arugula available so early in the season when most gardens are still sleeping. Sounds like you've got the perfect setup for year-round fresh greens! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Alyona C.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars12/15/25The best
The best arugula ever ! Growing fast and very big.
Which best describes you as a gardener? ProfessionalBIBotanical Interests12/16/25Hey Alyona,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with our Arugula/Rocket Seeds! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you think they're the best arugula ever! It's so exciting that they're growing fast and getting very big for you - that's exactly what we love to hear! There's nothing quite like fresh, homegrown arugula. Thank you for choosing us and for sharing your growing success with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Genesis Angela F.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2/27/255 Stars
We love Epic Gardening at my house. We grow in our Birdies beds, and I start most of my seeds with the 6 and 16 cell trays. All of the seeds I’ve bought from Botanical Interests have great germ rates and grow into healthy plants. Great online store with top notch products, awesome customer support, inspiring and informative videos—I love that I can get all of that from one company. Cheers.
- Josh H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars12/11/245 Stars
I love arugula and this is a great addition to my salads this winter.
- Ann K.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars11/25/245 Stars
Love all your seeds