Grow guide

Arugula

Eruca vesicaria

Planting + spacing

Days to harvest
30 days – 45 days
Harvest window
14 days
Spacing in row
6"
Row spacing
12"

Sun + water

Sun hours
4 hrs – 6 hrs
Water per week
1"
Container friendly
Yes

Companions

Plant with

lettuce butterhead, tomato cherry, onion yellow, borage

Avoid

strawberry

Next steps

Add arugula to one of your gardens to generate spacing-aware layouts and watering reminders based on your zone.

Post-harvest storage tip

Wrap loosely in a damp paper towel and refrigerate in a sealed bag for up to 4 days.

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