{"id":441,"date":"2023-01-11T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-11T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/?p=441"},"modified":"2023-06-27T11:29:58","modified_gmt":"2023-06-27T18:29:58","slug":"how-to-grow-arugula","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-arugula\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Grow Arugula &#8211; A Beginner&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/How-to-Grow-Arugula.png\" alt=\"arugula plant growing in garden\" title=\"\"><br \/>\nArugula, which are known botanically as Eruca Vesicaria, are a type of vegetable that can easily be grown at home. Continue reading to learn the basics of growing arugula as well as common mistakes to avoid along the way.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-arugula\/#Best_Time_to_Plant_Arugula\" title=\"Best Time to Plant Arugula\">Best Time to Plant Arugula<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-arugula\/#How_to_Plant_Arugula_the_Right_Way\" title=\"How to Plant Arugula the Right Way\">How to Plant Arugula the Right Way<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-arugula\/#How_Much_Sunlight_is_Needed_to_Grow_Arugula\" title=\"How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Arugula\">How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Arugula<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-arugula\/#How_Much_to_Water_Arugula\" title=\"How Much to Water Arugula\">How Much to Water Arugula<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-arugula\/#How_Long_Does_it_Take_Arugula_to_Germinate_and_Grow\" title=\"How Long Does it Take Arugula to Germinate and Grow?\">How Long Does it Take Arugula to Germinate and Grow?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-arugula\/#When_to_Harvest_Arugula\" title=\"When to Harvest Arugula\">When to Harvest Arugula<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-arugula\/#What_Can_Arugula_Be_Used_For\" title=\"What Can Arugula Be Used For?\">What Can Arugula Be Used For?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-arugula\/#Can_Arugula_Grow_in_Pots_and_Containers\" title=\"Can Arugula Grow in Pots and Containers?\">Can Arugula Grow in Pots and Containers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-arugula\/#Are_Arugula_Safe_for_Bees\" title=\"Are Arugula Safe for Bees?\">Are Arugula Safe for Bees?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Plant_Arugula\"><\/span>Best Time to Plant Arugula<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This will depend largely on your local climate, but as a rule of thumb, begin to plant the arugula seeds \u00a0during the cool days of\u00a0early spring or fall. This is the best time to ensure that the seedlings survive the weather.<\/p>\n<p>To check when arugula are most likely to thrive in your area, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map<\/a>. If you live outside the US, do a quick search for &#8216;plant hardiness zone + [city]&#8217;.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Plant_Arugula_the_Right_Way\"><\/span>How to Plant Arugula the Right Way<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are a number of things to consider that will help you avoid some of the common mistakes of growing arugula in your home garden. <\/p>\n<p>Often overlooked, your soil can have a huge impact on how well your arugula grow. Generally, your soil should be loose fertile loams, and muck soils\u00a0are best. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esf.edu\/pubprog\/brochure\/soilph\/soilph.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Soil PH levels<\/a> should be around 6 to 7.<\/p>\n<p>roughly 1.5&#8242; apart in rows. 9&#8243; apart. The seeds should be sowed at a depth of about .25&#8243;. For each plant, be sure to sow at least a few seeds to ensure that at least one of them will germinate.<\/p>\n<p>Begin thinning your arugula seedlings seed every 3&#8243; and once plants are well established.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Sunlight_is_Needed_to_Grow_Arugula\"><\/span>How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Arugula<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The amount of sunlight is another key to a successful harvest. Too much sunlight will dry out your arugula. Not enough sunlight will stunt your its growth or even kill it.<\/p>\n<p>Ideally, your arugula should be getting full sun, which means as much sunlight as you can possibly give it, or at least 6 hours or more. <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_to_Water_Arugula\"><\/span>How Much to Water Arugula<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As you&#8217;ve figured by now, a lot can have an impact on how well your arugula do, and the amount of water is no different.<\/p>\n<p>Ideally, the soil should be damp to touch; not soggy or bone dry. If the leaves on your arugula begin to change colors or start to look droopy, you need to adjust how much water you&#8217;re giving it.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, if you give it too much or too little water, you can kill it, so it&#8217;s best to just keep an eye on it and water as needed.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_it_Take_Arugula_to_Germinate_and_Grow\"><\/span>How Long Does it Take Arugula to Germinate and Grow?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Now the fun part begins and you get to watch your arugula grow.<\/p>\n<p>It takes approximately 8-10 days to germinate, and a total of 40 days from seed to harvest.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Harvest_Arugula\"><\/span>When to Harvest Arugula<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The best time to harvest your arugula is anytime after the leaves are large enough to eat.<\/p>\n<p>Arugula can grow up to about 3 to 6 inches long.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_Arugula_Be_Used_For\"><\/span>What Can Arugula Be Used For?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Food Use:<\/strong> hearty grains and small pastas such as farro, couscous, wild rice, and whole wheat couscous.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Flavor Profile:<\/strong> Pungent, tangy, and peppery!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Arugula_Grow_in_Pots_and_Containers\"><\/span>Can Arugula Grow in Pots and Containers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you will ideally need a  12&#8243;+ containerfor each plant. This can help control weeds and keep your plant from growing out of control.<\/p>\n<p>It also gives you the flexibility to move your arugula around if you need to adjust sunlight or bring it indoors to avoid harsh weather conditions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Arugula_Safe_for_Bees\"><\/span>Are Arugula Safe for Bees?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, arugula are safe for bees. <\/p>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenpeace.org\/usa\/sustainable-agriculture\/save-the-bees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GreenPeace.org<\/a>, bees pollinate human food crops that make up about 90% of the world&#8217;s nutrition.<\/p>\n<p>Given their importance in our ecosystem and food supply, I feel it is important to note that growing arugula is bee-friendly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Arugula, which are known botanically as Eruca Vesicaria, are a type of vegetable that can easily be grown at home. Continue reading to learn the basics of growing arugula as well as common mistakes to avoid along the way. Best Time to Plant Arugula This will depend largely on your local climate, but as a rule of thumb, begin to plant the arugula seeds \u00a0during the cool days of\u00a0early spring or fall. This is the best time to ensure that the seedlings survive the weather. 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