45 days. Diplotaxis tenuifolia. Annual. Open Pollinated. Sylvetta Arugula. This early-maturing plant produces excellent yields of beautiful dark-green arugula leaves. It is an arugula variety prized for its deeply lobed, narrow, dark green leaves and intense, spicy-nutty-peppery flavor. It's excellent for salads, pizzas, pestos, and garnishes. It is very flavorful and frequently added to Pasta dishes. Slower to bolt than other varieties. Also known as Wild Arugula, Wild Rocket Arugula, and Rucola Selvatica. Heat Tolerant. Cold Tolerant. Suitable for hydroponic gardening. Excellent choice for home gardens, market growers, greenhouse production, open field production, and commercial production. A variety from the Mediterranean region.
Seeds Per Pound: 1,750,000
Plant Height: 12 to 18” Tall
Planting Season: Spring/Fall
Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun/Partial Shade
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Planting Instructions: Plant seeds ¼" to ½" deep.
Soil Facts: Requires a well prepared soil. Use general purpose fertilizer when preparing soil. Moist soil preferred
Germination: 12-18 days at 70°F