When should I plant Arugula in Zone 12b?

Direct sow Arugula outdoors around Dec 4. Harvest around Jan 8.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12b is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Yes. Arugula needs 35 days to harvest. Zone 12b has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 23 successions.

🥗

Zone 12b has a year-round growing season. Arugula can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 1. First frost: Dec 31.

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 4Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 23x)

Zone12b

Last FrostJan 1

First FrostDec 31

Season Length364 days

Days to Harvest35

SunPart Sun / Part Shade

Frost ToleranceModerate

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

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

First harvest approximately Jan 8 (~35 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

For a fall harvest, plant Arugula around Nov 26 (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.