Johnny's Selected Seeds Bellezia Wild Arugula Seed
Best reliable seeds for home gardeners seeking flavorful, abundant greens.
This wild arugula boasts darker, more lobed leaves and an upright habit for easier harvesting. Its pungent flavor and edible yellow flowers make it a versatile addition to salads and stir-fries. It's cold-tolerant and performs well in hydroponic systems, offering a unique culinary experience.
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Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking gourmet salad greens
- Gardeners in warmer climates or with long growing seasons
- Enthusiastic growers wanting continuous fresh greens
Who should skip it
- Individuals preferring very mild, delicate salad greens
- Impatient gardeners desiring very quick harvests
- Gardeners who prefer strict control over plant placement
Performance breakdown
Harvest Efficiency
Upright growth habit makes cutting leaves significantly faster and cleaner.
Environmental Versatility
Thrives in both traditional soil beds and modern hydroponic setups.
Flavor Intensity
Delivers a robust, pungent profile that elevates any salad or dish.
Climate Resilience
Cold-tolerant genetics allow for extended growing seasons in cooler climates.
Regrowth Potential
Cut-and-come-again habit ensures multiple harvests from a single planting.
Edible Aesthetics
Yellow flowers provide a spicy, nutty garnish for visual culinary flair.
Key Specs
Latin Name
Diplotaxis tenuifolia
Days To Maturity
35 baby; 51 full size
Life Cycle
Annual
Disease Resistance Codes
DM (Downy Mildew)
Hybrid Status
Open Pollinated
Packet
500 seeds
Avg. 93,400 seeds/oz
Direct Seed
Sow 1/8" deep at 5 seeds/inch in rows at least 2" apart.
Avg. Direct Seeding Rate (Wild types)
2,100'/oz., 34,240'/lb.
Seeds/Oz. (Wild types)
Avg. 100,700 seeds/oz., sows avg. 2,100'.
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