When should I plant Arugula in Zone 3a?

Direct sow Arugula outdoors around Apr 24. Expect first harvest around May 29.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3a is May 22. The first fall frost averages Sep 12, giving a 113-day growing season.

Can I grow Arugula in Zone 3a?

Yes. Arugula needs 35 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.

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🥗 Growing Arugula in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Arugula early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Baridi ya mwisho: May 22. Baridi ya kwanza: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 24Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 siku) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 5x)

Eneo3a

Baridi ya mwishoMay 22

Baridi ya kwanzaSep 12

Msimu113 siku

Mavuno35 siku

JuaKivuli Nusu

When to Plant Arugula in Zone 3a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Apr 24

Direct sow Arugula seeds outdoors around Apr 24. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm nafasi).

Harvest: May 29

First harvest approximately May 29 (~35 siku from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 12).

Fall Planting: Aug 8

For a fall harvest, plant Arugula around Aug 8 (5 weeks before first frost).

Upandaji wa Pamoja

✅ Maharage✅ Vitunguu✅ Viazi✅ Saladi ✅ Bizari ya Dunia✅ Beetroot✅ Karoti

❌ Stroberi

Arugula in Other Zones

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