Growing Arugula: Peppery, Nutrient-Dense Greens for Spring & Fall

Arugula's peppery flavor enhances salads, pasta, and sides. Rich in vitamins A, C, K, folate, calcium, potassium.

Quick Guide

• Cool crop: Germinates at 40–55°F. Plant as soon as soil works.
• pH: 6–7 (neutral).
• Sow: ¼" deep, 6" apart.
• Water: Moderate/even; light in cold frames.
• Light: Full sun to partial shade—very adaptable.
• Harvest: 2–3" leaves at ~3 weeks. Cut, rinse, pat dry.
• Companions: Beets, carrots, cucumbers, potatoes, spinach = good. Pole beans, strawberries = bad.

Fast, easy, nutritious—arugula fits early spring and late fall slots perfectly.