Arugula Growing Guide
All you need to know to grow successfully!
Plant Family:
Brassicaceae
Plant Type:
Annual
Typical Season:
Cool season
Typical Zones Grown In:
3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11
Growing Difficulty:
Easy
Planting Guidelines
The following are general guides to follow. However, nothing is set in stone. Feel free to experiment!
How to Start:
Direct Sow
When to Direct Sow:
March,April,September
When to Start Indoors:
Sprouting Time:
4-8 days
Soil Temperature (C):
4-12
Depth:
5mm deep
Spacing (cm):
10cm
Row Spacing (cm):
45-60cm
Sun Exposure:
Part Shade,Full Sun
Maturity Time:
30-40 days
When To Harvest:
April,May,June,October
How to Harvest:
Harvest young or mature leaves anytime
Health Benefits
Growing your own food is one of the best things you can do for your health. Let’s check out some of the health benefits!
Is It Edible?
Yes
Edible Parts:
Leaves
Potential Health Benefits:
Antioxidant,Cancer Fighting ,Heart Health,Bone Strength ,Fights Diabetes,Athletic Performance
Tips to Growing Organically
Growing without the use of pesticides and herbicides is easier than you may think and it’s better for the environment!
Companion Plants:
Bean,Beet,Carrot,Celery,Cucumber,Lettuce,Onion ,Potato,Spinach
What Plants to Avoid:
Common Pests:
Flea Beetle
Common Disease:
Bonus Grow Tips:
Leaves will become quite spicy the more they mature
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