Italian Arugula is a fast growing, cool season variety that produces many tender leaves with a rich, peppery taste. Plant in full sun or partial shade in soil amended with plenty of compost. Feed with a high nitrogen fertilizer for the largest leave and mildest flavor. Water regularly. This variety will also grow very well in a container.
Planting your 6 pack: Plant the cluster of seedlings 8 inches apart. If you are feeling brave, the clusters of plants may be divided and spaced 6-8 inches apart. Water in right after planting.
Harvest by shearing off leaves at the base when they are large enough. The plants will grow back many times after cutting. My favorite salad is Arugula mixed with sweet lettuces, thinly sliced kumquats, and avocado, with a citrus dressing. It is great on pizza with mozzarella cheese and you can even make a fantastic pesto with it, just substitute arugula for basil. Even the flowers of arugula are edible!
Planting your 6 pack: Plant the cluster of seedlings 8 inches apart. If you are feeling brave, the clusters of plants may be divided and spaced 6-8 inches apart. Water in right after planting.
Harvest by shearing off leaves at the base when they are large enough. The plants will grow back many times after cutting. My favorite salad is Arugula mixed with sweet lettuces, thinly sliced kumquats, and avocado, with a citrus dressing. It is great on pizza with mozzarella cheese and you can even make a fantastic pesto with it, just substitute arugula for basil. Even the flowers of arugula are edible!
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