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🥗 Growing Arugula in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Arugula. Last frost: Apr 10. First frost: Nov 7.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 13Nov 7

Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 12x)

Zone7b

Last FrostApr 10

First FrostNov 7

Season Length211 days

Days to Harvest35

SunPart Sun / Part Shade

Frost ToleranceModerate

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Arugula in Zone 7b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 13

Start Arugula seeds indoors around Mar 13 (4 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65°F. Germinates in 3–7 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 27

Transplant Arugula seedlings outdoors after Mar 27. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 1

First harvest approximately May 1 (~35 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7).

Fall Planting: Oct 3

For a fall harvest, plant Arugula around Oct 3 (5 weeks before first frost).

Companion Planting

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

❌ Strawberries

Arugula in Other Zones

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Arugula in Zone 7b?

Start Arugula seeds indoors around Mar 13. Transplant outdoors after Mar 27. Expect first harvest around May 1.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Arugula in Zone 7b?

Yes. Arugula needs 35 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 12 successions.

What is the best month to plant Arugula in Zone 7b?

The best time to start Arugula in Zone 7b is Mar. Begin seeds indoors around Mar 13, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Apr 10.

What companion plants grow well with Arugula?

Good companion plants for Arugula include Beans, Onions, Potatoes, Lettuce, Dill, Beets. Avoid planting Arugula near Strawberries.

How long does Arugula take to harvest?

Arugula takes approximately 35 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 7b, expect your first harvest around May 1.

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