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Arugula Microgreens — Microgreens

10-15days to harvest

2-3days to germinate

Z2–11USDA zones

Easydifficulty

HeirloomContainer friendly

Sowing

Direct sow on moist growing medium, lightly press seeds into surface. Cover until germination.

Cultivation

Sun: Moderate light or grow lights 12-14 hours daily
Water: Light misting 2-3 times daily, avoid overwatering
Soil: Well-draining seed starting mix or coconut coir
Soil pH: 6.0-7.0
Spacing: Dense seeding, 0.5-1 oz seeds per 10x20 tray
Height: 0-3 feet
Season: Warm season annual

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Bright green with possible purple stems
Size: 10 g
Shape: Small serrated leaves on thin stems
Flavour: Intensely peppery and spicy with nutty undertones

In the kitchen

Salads, pizza toppings, pasta, sandwiches, omelets, garnishes

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Flea beetles, aphids (minimal issues in microgreen production)
Diseases: Damping off from overwatering
Resistance: Generally disease-free with quick growing cycle

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
1	January – December	—	—	January – December
2	January – December	—	—	January – December
3	January – December	—	—	January – December
4	January – December	—	—	January – December
5	January – December	—	—	January – December
6	January – December	—	—	January – December
7	January – December	—	—	January – December
8	January – December	—	—	January – December
9	January – December	—	—	January – December
10	January – December	—	—	January – December
11	January – December	—	—	January – December
12	January – December	—	—	January – December
13	January – December	—	—	January – December

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

BasilRepels aphids and flea beetles that commonly attack arugula, enhances growth

LettuceSimilar growing conditions and harvest timing, efficient use of growing space

RadishQuick germination helps break soil crust, deters flea beetles from arugula

ChivesNatural pest deterrent against aphids and other soft-bodied insects

SpinachCompatible cool-season crop with similar water and light requirements

CilantroAttracts beneficial insects and has complementary growth habits

DillRepels aphids and cabbage worms, attracts beneficial predatory insects

MarigoldNatural nematode control and general pest deterrent through root secretions

Avoid

FennelAllelopathic compounds inhibit germination and growth of most brassicas

TomatoMay stunt arugula growth through root competition and chemical inhibition

Black WalnutJuglone toxicity severely inhibits growth and can kill sensitive plants like arugula

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 69
Protein (g): 1.5
Fat (g): 0.1
Carbohydrate (g): 17.6
Fibre (g): 5.3
Sugars (g): 8.55
Vitamin A (µg): 5
Vitamin C (mg): 54.1
Calcium (mg): 8
Iron (mg): 1.61
Magnesium (mg): 24
Phosphorus (mg): 47
Potassium (mg): 304
Zinc (mg): 0.31

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Where to buy seed and equipment

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the microgreens growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Pests, disease & resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

Grown Arugula Microgreens?

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