Rocket
Eruca vesicaria
Rocket, also known as arugula, is a peppery-tasting leaf vegetable. It comes in two forms: salad rocket with larger, milder leaves, and wild rocket with narrow, hardier leaves. It is used in salads and culinary dishes for its distinct flavor.
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Growing Guide for
1 Sow seeds indoors (optional)
Sow seeds indoors in seed starting mix, 1cm deep. Keep soil moist and warm.
2 Transplant seedlings
Transplant seedlings outdoors when they have a few sets of true leaves. Harden off seedlings before transplanting.
3 Sow seeds outdoors (if not starting indoors)
Sow seeds directly outdoors in well-prepared soil, 1cm deep. Thin seedlings to 15cm apart.
4 Water regularly
Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to prevent bolting.
5 Harvest
Harvest leaves as needed or cut the whole plant at the base.
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