Seeds - Arugula (Rucola Cultivated)

A classic Italian salad green with fresh, peppery flavor! Known as rucola in Italy, arugula has been cultivated since Roman times and remains a staple of Italian cuisine.

The tender leaves are delicious in salads, dressed simply with olive oil and salt, added to sandwiches, or wilted over hot pizza and pasta just before serving. Arugula can also be used to make a flavorful pesto and is an excellent cool-season alternative to basil.

This cultivated arugula is a fast-growing variety that can be ready to harvest approximately 30–40 days after direct sowing. The flavor tends to be milder during cool weather and becomes increasingly peppery as temperatures rise. For the best combination of flavor and tenderness, harvest young leaves when plants are approximately 4–6 inches tall.

Arugula performs particularly well in cool weather and tolerates low temperatures. For a continuous supply, sow new seeds every 2–3 weeks throughout the growing season.

Type: Cultivated Arugula / Rucola
Days to Harvest: Approximately 30–40 days
Recommended Harvest Size: Approximately 4–6 inches
Sowing: Direct sow approximately 1 inch apart; succession sow every 2–3 weeks for continuous harvest
Packet Size: 12g
Seed Count: Approximately 6,000 seeds
Seeds per Gram: Approximately 500
Best For: Salads, pizza, pasta, sandwiches, pesto, and fresh eating

Authentic Italian seed from Seeds From Italy / Franchi Sementi.

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