When should I plant Arugula in Zone 8b?

Direct sow Arugula outdoors around Feb 22. Harvest around Mar 29.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8b is Mar 22. The first fall frost averages Nov 10, giving a 233-day growing season.

Yes. Arugula needs 35 days to harvest. Zone 8b has a 233-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 14 successions.

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Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Arugula. Last frost: Mar 22. First frost: Nov 10.

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 22Nov 10

Season: Mar 22 – Nov 10 (233 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 14x)

Zone8b

Last FrostMar 22

First FrostNov 10

Season Length233 days

Days to Harvest35

SunPart Sun / Part Shade

Frost ToleranceModerate

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

Direct sow Arugula seeds outdoors around Feb 22. Soil temperature should be at least 40°F. Space at 4/sqft (6" apart).

First harvest approximately Mar 29 (~35 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 10).

For a fall harvest, plant Arugula around Oct 6 (5 weeks before first frost).

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