Arugula
Eruca sativa
Certified Organic
Microgreens Suitable
Foods have meanings that change over time. Mesclun mix salads containing arugula were staples of the Romans, but arugula was later banned by the Catholic Church due to its reputation as an aphrodisiac. Today, despite its ease of growth, arugula is sometimes used to symbolize snooty foodie culture. We are not bitter, but we don't think there are any vegetables too elite to grow in your humble home gardens, especially when they're as fast-growing and delicious as arugula.
Adult leaves can be harvested within four weeks of sowing. Its characteristic zing is irreplaceable and beloved by many. From the seedling stage until early maturity, it can be harvested for fresh eating in salads and garnishing sandwiches; when it gets older, it can be braised in olive oil for a terrific cooked green that is great with pasta dishes.
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Growing instructions
Product Details
| Days to Maturity | 38 days |
|---|---|
| Days to Germination | 4-8 days |
| Width at Maturity | 6-12" |
| Height at Maturity | 12-24" |
| Sun Conditions | Mostly Shade (2-4 hours Sun), Partial Sun (4-6 hours Sun), Full Sun (8+ Hours Sun) |
| Planting Depth | 1/4" |
| Row Spacing | 12" |
| Plant Spacing | 6-12" |
About the artist
Artwork by Robert Morris (1931-2018). Morris was one of the pioneers of Minimalism, edgy performance art, and large-scale installation art, so this small saturated watercolor on vellum came as a surprise. It shows that he had a deep love of gardening and reverence for fresh food.
Original medium: Watercolor on vellum
Here in the mountains of Virginia, my early October arugula has snuggled up to some fennel.
I ordered about seven different seeds from Hudson Valley. Comparing them to others sources of seeds I have used this year illuminates one important difference: the seeds from Hudson Valley germinate and grow. I cannot say that for other brands, where I have had up to a 50 percent failure rate. Next year it is Hudson Valley exclusively for me.
Here's a photo of the arugula that I grew in my garden from a packet of Hudson Valley Seed Company seeds.
Seeds growing well in my hooped bed
Germinated quickly and some of the best arugula I have ever tasted. It's still going and I expect it to continue through frost.
I planted these seeds in a raised, cedar bed in a sunny location in my backyard garden. The arugula was peppery and delicious. I especially enjoyed adding it to salads.