Open-Pollinated Wild Arugula (or Arugula) is a variety of arugula that stands out for its specific characteristics:
Early variety with vigorous and healthy growth.
Thin stems and serrated dark green leaves.
Has a stronger and more pungent taste than the cultivated variety.
The stems are delicate and crunchy with an intensely aromatic and spicy flavor.
High resistance to stress allowing stable yields to be obtained in different growing conditions.
To grow Open Pollinated Wild Arugula, here are some steps to follow:
Choice of Seeds:
Buy Arugula seeds from a nursery or online. Make sure they are suitable for your climate and planting season.
Soil Preparation:
Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil.
Loosen the soil by removing stones and weeds.
Sowing:
Sow the seeds about 1 cm deep in the soil.
Leave a space of approximately 15 cm between each seed.
Watering:
Water regularly to keep the soil moist, but not soggy.
Avoid watering the leaves to prevent disease.
Interview:
Thin the plants when the first true leaves appear, leaving 20 cm between each plant.
Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Monitors pests such as aphids, flea beetles and slugs.
Uses organic pest control methods to manage these pests.
Keep the soil consistently moist during the germination period, which typically takes 7 to 14 days.
Once plants are established, they become somewhat drought tolerant, but it is still essential to water them regularly, especially during hot, dry periods.
Open-Pollinated Wild Arugula can also be grown in large pots or containers if you have limited space.
