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AURUGULA Rocket - Roquette

Rocket (Roquette)

Eruca Vesicaria

$3.99

3 g Approximately

Heirloom Arugula (Eruca vesicaria var. sativa), also known as Rocket or Roquette, is a versatile, zesty green with a distinct peppery, nutty flavor that adds brightness to salads and cooked dishes alike. Known for its rapid growth and cool-season preference, this arugula variety is well-suited for repeated harvests of tender young leaves or can be allowed to mature for bolder flavors.

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  • Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Annual
  • Flavor: Zesty, peppery with nutty undertones
  • Days to Maturity:
    • Baby Greens: 30-35 days
    • Full Size: 40-45 days
  • Hardiness: Hardy in cool weather
  • Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade
  • Optimal Temperature: Cool weather, below 75¡F for best flavor
  • Soil Requirements: Well-drained, medium moisture; pH 6.0-6.8

When to Plant:

  • Cool Season: Sow in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked. For a fall crop, plant again in late summer.
  • Succession Planting: Sow every 3 weeks for continuous harvest throughout the season.

How to Plant:

  • Seed Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep.

Spacing:

  • Direct Seed: Space 1 inch apart and thin to 6 inches as plants mature.
  • Row Spacing: 15-16 inches apart.
  • Containers: Grows well in pots; use a commercial potting mix for best results.

Sun and Soil:

  • Plant in well-draining soil in a location with full sun to partial shade.
  • Avoid overhead watering; instead, use a drip or trickle system to keep soil evenly moist but not saturated.

Care and Maintenance

  • Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, watering weekly, about 1 inch per week. During dry spells, ensure even moisture to encourage tender growth.
  • Weeding and Mulching: Keep the planting area weed-free and apply mulch to retain moisture and control weed growth.
  • Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer if soil quality is poor; arugula benefits from regular nitrogen to support leafy growth.

Pest and Disease Management

  • Pests: Use floating row covers to protect young plants from flea beetles, a common pest.
  • Diseases: Practice crop rotation and sanitation to prevent soil-borne diseases.

Harvesting Tips

  • Young Leaves: Harvest at 2-3 inches for the best flavor; ideal for salads and garnishes.
  • Full Size Leaves: Pick outer leaves when 6 inches tall, or cut the entire plant just above the crown for regrowth.
  • Flowering: Stop harvesting once the plant flowers, as leaves can become bitter. However, edible flowers can be added to salads for a spicy kick.

Culinary Uses

  • Salads: Use young, tender leaves raw in salads for a zesty flavor.
  • Cooking: Mature leaves are excellent in pasta, stir-fries, or as a pizza topping. Larger leaves can also be used in pesto, replacing basil.
  • Storage: Wrap harvested leaves in a damp paper towel and store in a perforated plastic bag in the fridge. Best consumed within 3-6 days.

This fast-growing, self-sowing arugula variety is ideal for both fresh eating and cooking, adding a spicy, nutty flavor to a variety of dishes. ItÕs hardy in cool weather, and its quick growth makes it perfect for regular harvests throughout the growing season.