Arugula
Eruca vesicaria · Arugula · Cabbage family
Also known as: Rocket · Salad Rocket · Roquette
Very easy20–40cmPet-friendlyEdible
Arugula care at a glance
Arugula (Eruca vesicaria) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in full sun. Ideal temperature: 10–20 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Nutrients
- Medium
- Ideal temperature
- 10–20 °C
- Life cycle
- Annual
Pests, Diseases & Weather on Arugula
Possible pests on Arugula include Slugs and snails, Aphids and Flea beetles. Possible diseases include Damping off, Bacterial leaf spot and Powdery mildew. Arugula is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Aphids Low
- Flea beetles Low
- Slugs and snails Medium
Disease
- Damping off Medium
- Bacterial leaf spot Low
- Powdery mildew Low
Weather
- Bolting High
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Frequently asked questions about Arugula
- Which pests affect Arugula?
- Possible pests on Arugula include Slugs and snails, Aphids and Flea beetles.
- Which diseases affect Arugula?
- Possible diseases include Damping off, Bacterial leaf spot and Powdery mildew.
- Is Arugula toxic to cats and dogs?
- Arugula is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Arugula need?
- Arugula has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Arugula need?
- Arugula prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Arugula frost-hardy?
- Arugula is frost-hardy and tolerates frost. Its lower limit is around -10 °C.
- Can you eat Arugula?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: leaves, flowers and seeds.