Arugula, Roquette
Name
Botanical Name
Family
Native to
Water
Sun
Soil
Height
Width
Space
Arugula, Roquette
Eruca vesicaria
Brassicaceae (formerly Cruciferae)
Asia and Europe - exact native range is obscure
Moist - not soggy
Full sun - Part shade (afternoon shade in summer)
Light textured; fertile and well-drained
12-24"
18"
6"

Price
4" Pots: $2.20
6" Pots: $3.50
Clay pots and other planters: Prices Vary
Description
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Lobed medium- dark, green leaves intermixed with reddish purple leaves.
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Flowers are a creamy white with purple veins
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The leaves have a spicy flavor - peppery, mustardy with a hint of nuttiness.
Keeping it Going
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Keep the soil evenly moist.
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Move to a partially shaded area during hot weather.
Won't Tolerate
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Frost
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Long, hot days and lack of water (bolts and becomes bitter)
History & Points of Interest
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Flowers are edible. They taste like a milder version of the leaves.
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Arugula wasn't popular as a salad green in the USA until the 1990's.
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High in vitamins A, C, K, calcium, iron, folates. It is also an antioxidant.
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Roquette isn't as sharp in flavor as the Wild Arugula
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The Brassicaceae family includes: alyssum, watercress, broccoli, turnip, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, kohlrabi, etc.