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๐ฅ Growing Arugula in Zone 4a
Zone 4a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Arugula in this zone. Last frost: May 5. First frost: Oct 1.
Planting Calendar
Apr 7Oct 1
Season: May 5 โ Oct 1 (149 days) ยท Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 8x)
Zone4a
Last FrostMay 5
First FrostOct 1
Season Length149 days
Days to Harvest35
SunPart Sun / Part Shade
Frost ToleranceModerate
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)
When to Plant Arugula in Zone 4a
Sow Seeds Outdoors: Apr 7
Direct sow Arugula seeds outdoors around Apr 7. Soil temperature should be at least 40ยฐF. Space at 4/sqft (6" apart).
Harvest: May 12
First harvest approximately May 12 (~35 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 1).
Fall Planting: Aug 27
For a fall harvest, plant Arugula around Aug 27 (5 weeks before first frost).
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