When to plant arugula in zone 8b
In zone 8b, the last spring frost usually comes around Mar 15 and the first fall frost around Nov 18. Here is when to plant arugula.
Sow in the bedFeb 15
Start pickingMar 27
Plant again for fallSep 25
Your arugula calendar for zone 8b
- Feb 15: Sow arugula seeds in the bed
- Mar 27: Start picking arugula
- Sep 25: Sow arugula seeds again for a fall crop
One of the fastest salad greens. Sow a little every two weeks.
Spacing in a raised bed: 9 plants per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 8b. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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