Wild Arugula Red Streaked (Eruca vesicaria sativa) is an ANNUAL that grows quickly.
Red Streaked Arugula Seeds — Diplotaxis tenuifolia
Days to maturity: 40–60 days
Red Streaked Arugula is a non-GMO, open-pollinated, heirloom perennial known for its attractive oak-shaped green leaves marked with a distinctive deep red midrib and branching secondary veins.
This versatile arugula can be grown successfully in field production, containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. It is particularly well suited for microgreens and baby-leaf production.
The leaves have a flavorful, peppery character that becomes more pronounced during warmer weather. For the best flavor and tender growth, this variety prefers cool temperatures.
Key Features:
- 40–60 days to maturity
- Diplotaxis tenuifolia
- Non-GMO
- Open-pollinated
- Heirloom
- Perennial
- Distinctive red/purple midrib and veins
- Oak-leaf-shaped green foliage
- Excellent for microgreens and baby leaves
- Suitable for gardens, raised beds, containers, fields, and greenhouses
- Prefers cool growing conditions
- Flavor becomes stronger in warm weather
Botanical Name: Eruca Vesicaria Sativa
Common Name: Wild Arugula Red Streaked
Size at Maturity: 20"-40"
Days to Maturity: 30-40 Days
Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Planting Time: Summer
Sowing Method: Direct Sow/ Indoor Sow
Planting Depth: 1/4"
Plant Spacing: 4"-6"
Ships: Year-round
Average Seeds Per Ounce: Approx. 20,000