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Can You Grow Arugula in Northwest Territories?

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Arugula grows in almost any zone as a cool-season crop and thrives indoors under lights.

Plant zones

2a–9a

Northwest Territories last frost

mid-June

Northwest Territories first frost

mid-August

Days to harvest

21–40 days

When to plant Arugulas in Northwest Territories

Direct sow

Jun 15

Harvest

Jul 6 – Jul 25

Dates are approximate, based on Northwest Territories'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 Northwest Territories

The NWT has an arctic to subarctic climate. Only the very hardiest crops survive the extremely short summer. Gardening under cover is the primary approach.

See what grows well in Northwest Territories →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Arugula in Northwest Territories?

Arugula grows in almost any zone as a cool-season crop and thrives indoors under lights.

What zone is Northwest Territories?

Northwest Territories spans Canadian Zone 1 (0, 1, 2).

When do you plant Arugulas in Northwest Territories?

Plant Arugulas Jun 15, harvest Jul 6 – Jul 25.