Arugula Organic Greens
Cold tolerant. A pungent, peppery tasting green that has a wide range of uses. There is always room for arugula in salads, pizza, and other Mediterranean dishes. Be sure to add arugula to your next meal for an added touch! Matures in 40-50 days. Approx. 500 seeds/pkg.
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Growing Information
Planting:
Sow seed in early spring, covering lightly with 1⁄8 inches of soil. Prefers a cool soil temperature for germination (4-13 degrees C). Sow thinly, 1 inch apart in rows or bands 3 inches apart. Plant every 2-3 weeks to ensure a constant supply.
Growing:
Use an area with full sun to partial shade and soil pH of 6.0-7.0. Arugula will grow well in any rich garden soil.
Harvesting:
Begin cutting leaves at 2 inches tall. Flowers are edible as well.
Pests & Diseases:
Flea beetles. Use row covers or interplant with taller companion vegetables to shelter or hide plants.
Companions:
Bush bean, beet, carrot, celery, cucumber, lettuce, onion, potato, spinach.