Rucola Selvatica Arugula CherryGal Organic Non-GMO Heirloom Seeds 2025

RUCOLA SELVATICA (Diplotaxis tenuifolia) also known as Wall Rocket, Roquette Sauvage and Wild Rocket. This is the authentic, wild Italian heirloom arugula for adding that distinctively aromatic, zesty pepper flavor to salads. In the mustard family, it is sharper and more pungent in flavor and aroma than regular cultivated arugula and is often used more as an herb than a green. Folks who like spicy foods will love this flavorful green. When I was young, I called this the "stinky" grass and couldn't stand it. Now, I simply adore it mixed with milder greens, goat cheese, apple and pecans and a light vinaigrette! After it has provided delicious greens, it produces an abundance of pretty yellow flowers before going to seed (see photo 2), so put it in the front of your vegetable/mixed border. Arugula flowers and stems are the latest craze in upscale gourmet markets! Annual. 50 days. 100 seeds.

GROWING TIPS: Direct sow short rows in sunny location, 1/4" deep and 1" apart every 20-30 days during cooler spring and fall. Do not thin. In milder climates, fall sown arugula may overwinter. Can also be successfully container grown. It will self-sow so when pods are dry simply bag the plant or tilt over a box while raking the pods open to release the seeds. They are fragile and will shed seed easily.

CherryGal has been providing Organic, non-GMO, Heirloom seeds to the home gardener since 1999. Seeds are either certified organic, or organically grown in my organic garden using sustainable organic practices. Seeds are not treated and are fresh to the year indicated in the title. Packets are small because we want each gardener to be able to afford a wide variety of vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers. By growing such a variety, you will be attracting pollinators and adding to the beauty and enjoyment of your backyard garden.