Quick facts
- A distinct species from common arugula (Eruca vesicaria) and perennial arugula (Diplotaxis tenuifolia)
Diplotaxis erucoides
A species of arugula with a complex wasabi-paste flavor. Plant is short and stout and fairly quick to bolt in the heat so plant early. Spicey leaves are great in salads, sandwiches, soups, rice bowls, sushi, and poke. It can even be made into a pesto that totally resembles wasabi paste! Processing in this way can help you use up the harvest before it bolts. Once the plant has flowered, its very attractive to a wide array of pollinators and buds and flowers can also be eaten!Can be eaten fresh or cooked. Arugula is high in vitamin A, K, and B-9.
How to grow it:
|
Germ Temp |
Indoor Start |
Germ Days |
Frost Tolerant |
Sun |
Seed Depth |
Plant/Row Spacing |
|
65-85 |
4 w. |
3-10 d. |
Yes |
Full to shade |
1/16” |
2-6”/6-8” |
|
Start in greenhouse up to 4 weeks before the average last frost. Quite cold tolerant and more mild tasting in cooler weather. Harvest leaves young. Seed specs: Packet size: 200 min. |