When should I plant Arugula in Zone 10a?

Direct sow Arugula outdoors around Jan 23. Harvest around Feb 27.

What is the last frost date for Zone 10a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 10a is Feb 20. The first fall frost averages Dec 1, giving a 284-day growing season.

Yes. Arugula needs 35 days to harvest. Zone 10a has a 284-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 17 successions.

🥗

Zone 10a has a year-round growing season. Arugula can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Feb 20. First frost: Dec 1.

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 23Dec 1

Season: Feb 20 – Dec 1 (284 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 17x)

Zone10a

Last FrostFeb 20

First FrostDec 1

Season Length284 days

Days to Harvest35

SunPart Sun / Part Shade

Frost ToleranceModerate

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

Direct sow Arugula seeds outdoors around Jan 23. Soil temperature should be at least 40°F. Space at 4/sqft (6" apart).

First harvest approximately Feb 27 (~35 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 1).

For a fall harvest, plant Arugula around Oct 27 (5 weeks before first frost).

✅ Beans✅ Onions✅ Potatoes✅ Lettuce ✅ Dill✅ Beets✅ Carrots

❌ Strawberries

1a 1b 2a 2b 3a 3b 4a 4b 5a 5b 6a 6b 7a 7b 8a 8b 9a 9b 10a 10b 11a 11b 12a 12b 13a 13b

Track Arugula from seed to harvest with personalized frost dates, watering recommendations, and companion planting visualization.