Arugula Greens Seeds (Organic)
Arugula greens are a fast-growing, cool-season leafy crop loved for their bold, peppery flavor and tender texture. The deeply lobed, vibrant green leaves are perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, pizza toppings, or as a spicy garnish. Thriving in full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil, arugula matures quickly, often ready for harvest in just 20-30 days. For continuous production, plant seeds in succession throughout the growing season. Arugula performs well in garden beds, containers, or even as a microgreen, making it a versatile choice for gardeners with limited space.
Variety Details
- Botanical name: Eruca sativa
- Plant type: Hardy Annual
- Growth habit: Herbaceous
- Crop category: Lettuce
- Kitchen profile: Arugula greens are a fast-growing, cool-season leafy crop loved for their bold, peppery flavor and tender texture.
- Recorded feature: Open-Pollinated
- Product format: Seed packet with a separately listed bulk option
Sowing & Growing
- Soil Temperature: 40-55°F
- Planting Depth: 1/4"
- Germination: 5-8 Days
- Height At Maturity: 3"-6"
- Days To Maturity: 35-50 Days
- Sun/Shade: Partial Sun
- Spacing After Thinning: 1"-6"
Prepare a fine seedbed for Arugula Greens and keep the shallow sowing zone evenly moist while seedlings emerge. Thin according to the intended harvest stage: closer spacing can suit young leaves, while mature heads need more room. In warming weather, evaluate soil moisture and plant condition frequently instead of following a universal schedule. Pick outer leaves or cut mature plants at the stage you prefer. Record sowing and harvest dates to refine timing for the next planting.
It can also tolerate cooler temperatures, making it ideal for spring and fall planting.
When left to flower, arugula produces delicate, edible white blossoms with a mild flavor that enhances dishes while attracting pollinators to the garden.
It will be one of the first greens of spring if left in the garden to reseed.
Before sowing Arugula Greens, review the packet alongside the current product details and note any range in temperature, germination, or maturity. Ranges reflect biological and seasonal variation rather than a fixed promise. Label each planting with its date and location, then compare emergence, growth, and harvest with local weather. This record is useful for succession plantings and for deciding whether the crop fits better into an earlier or later seasonal window.
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