500 Organic Arugula Eruca Sativa Seeds Heirloom

Organic Arugula Eruca sativa. Also known as Salad Rocket, Colewort, Roka, Gargeer, Roquette, Rucola, Rugula, Italian Cress. Biennial. 40 days. Zone 4-9. 18-24" height. 6-9" spacing. Produces a loose bunch of slender dark green oakleaf type leaves, and small four petaled white flowers with purple veins. Other Names: rugula, rocket salad, rogulaArugula Germination: When all danger of frost has passed, direct sow arugula in full sun or partial shade, 1/4" deep and 3-6" apart in rows 10" apart. For a continuous harvest, plant a new crop every 2-3 weeks until the heat of summer; arugula tastes best when grown as a spring or fall crop, since excess heat causes bitterness in the leaves. For a fall crop, plant the seeds in late summer. Arugula also grows well as a container plant, or throughout the winter in a greenhouse or cold frame.Growing Arugula Seeds: Arugula can tolerate light frost, but if heavy frost comes, provide protection for the plant. Keep the soil moist, and apply a layer of mu