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Arugula Growing Guide
Brassica family
Companion Planting
Avoid Planting Near
StrawberriesGrowth Stages
- Seedling
- Early Vegetative
- Late Vegetative / Harvest Ready
Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1a | Apr 27 | May 11 | Apr 27 | Jun 15 |
| Zone 1b | Apr 27 | May 11 | Apr 27 | Jun 15 |
| Zone 2a | Apr 17 | May 1 | Apr 17 | Jun 5 |
| Zone 2b | Apr 27 | May 11 | Apr 27 | Jun 15 |
| Zone 3a | Apr 24 | May 8 | Apr 24 | Jun 12 |
| Zone 3b | Apr 17 | May 1 | Apr 17 | Jun 5 |
| Zone 4a | Apr 7 | Apr 21 | Apr 7 | May 26 |
| Zone 4b | Apr 3 | Apr 17 | Apr 3 | May 22 |
| Zone 5a | Mar 31 | Apr 14 | Mar 31 | May 19 |
| Zone 5b | Mar 31 | Apr 14 | Mar 31 | May 19 |
| Zone 6a | Mar 31 | Apr 14 | Mar 31 | May 19 |
| Zone 6b | Mar 18 | Apr 1 | Mar 18 | May 6 |
| Zone 7a | Mar 18 | Apr 1 | Mar 18 | May 6 |
| Zone 7b | Mar 13 | Mar 27 | Mar 13 | May 1 |
| Zone 8a | Mar 8 | Mar 22 | Mar 8 | Apr 26 |
| Zone 8b | Feb 22 | Mar 8 | Feb 22 | Apr 12 |
| Zone 9a | Feb 20 | Mar 6 | Feb 20 | Apr 10 |
| Zone 9b | Feb 10 | Feb 24 | Feb 10 | Mar 31 |
| Zone 10a | Jan 23 | Feb 6 | Jan 23 | Mar 13 |
| Zone 10b | Dec 31 | Jan 14 | Dec 31 | Feb 18 |
| Zone 11a | Dec 31 | Jan 14 | Dec 31 | Feb 18 |
| Zone 11b | Dec 18 | Jan 1 | Dec 18 | Feb 5 |
| Zone 12a | Dec 4 | Dec 18 | Dec 4 | Jan 22 |
| Zone 12b | Dec 4 | Dec 18 | Dec 4 | Jan 22 |
| Zone 13a | Dec 4 | Dec 18 | Dec 4 | Jan 22 |
| Zone 13b | Dec 4 | Dec 18 | Dec 4 | Jan 22 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Arugula?
Arugula takes approximately 35 days from planting to harvest.
How much sun does Arugula need?
Arugula requires part sun / part shade.
How far apart should I plant Arugula?
Plant Arugula at 4/sqft (6" apart) using square foot gardening spacing.
Can Arugula survive frost?
Arugula is tolerant of moderate frost.
What are good companion plants for Arugula?
Good companion plants for Arugula include Beans, Onions, Potatoes, Lettuce, Dill, Beets, Carrots. Avoid planting near Strawberries.
How long does Arugula take to germinate?
Arugula seeds germinate in 3-7 days at an optimal temperature of 65°F.
When should I start Arugula seeds indoors?
Start Arugula seeds indoors 4 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant -2 weeks after last frost.
Growing Tips
- Succession-sow every 2-3 weeks for continuous harvest
- Provide afternoon shade in warm climates to delay bolting
- Harvest outer leaves first for cut-and-come-again production
Common Pests & Diseases
- Flea beetles
- Aphids
- Downy mildew
Harvest Notes
Pick young leaves at 2-3 inches for mild flavor; older leaves become more pungent. Harvest before flower stalks appear.
Plan Your Arugula Garden
Track Arugula from seed to harvest with personalized frost dates, watering recommendations, and companion planting visualization.
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