vegetable variety in zone 5a
Wild Rocket / Sylvetta arugula in zone 5a
Wild Rocket / Sylvetta · Eruca vesicaria
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- Zone
- 5a -20°F to -15°F
- Growing season
- 150 days
- Days to harvest
- 25 to 40
The verdict
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About Wild Rocket / Sylvetta
Sharp, intense pepper bite, deeply lobed leaves; the connoisseur's arugula. Salads, pasta toss, pizza. Slow-growing perennial-style, holds longer in heat.
Critical timing for zone 5a
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Common challenges in zone 5a
- ▸ Fire blight in pears
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
- ▸ Late spring frosts
Modified care for zone 5a
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Wild Rocket / Sylvetta in adjacent zones
Other arugula varieties for zone 5a
Frequently asked questions
- Will Wild Rocket / Sylvetta arugula grow in zone 5a?
Yes. Wild Rocket / Sylvetta is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 8b, which includes zone 5a.
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Image: "Starr 070906-8899 Eruca vesicaria subsp. sativa", by Forest & Kim Starr, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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