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Can You Grow Arugula in Newfoundland and Labrador?

Canada · Canadian Zone 4 · zones 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Grows well here

Arugula grows easily here as a cool-season green — one of the fastest salad crops available.

Plant zones

2a–9a

Newfoundland and Labrador last frost

early May

Newfoundland and Labrador first frost

early October

Days to harvest

21–40 days

When to plant Arugulas in Newfoundland and Labrador

Direct sow

May 1

Harvest

May 22 – Jun 10

Dates are approximate, based on Newfoundland and Labrador's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Arugula

Arugula is one of the fastest salad greens — ready in as little as 3 weeks and very cold-tolerant.

Direct sow in early spring or fall — bolts in heat. Harvest outer leaves. Succession sow every 2 weeks for continuous supply. Grows year-round indoors under lights.

Full arugula growing guide →

Gardening in Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland has a subarctic to cool maritime climate. The island is Zone 4b-5b near the coast; Labrador is Zone 1-3. Short growing seasons but excellent for cold-hardy crops, root vegetables, and berries.