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Can You Grow Arugula in Prince Edward Island?

Canada · Canadian Zone 5 · zones 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

Prince Edward Island last frost

mid-April

Prince Edward Island first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

21–40 days

When to plant Arugulas in Prince Edward Island

Direct sow

Apr 15

Harvest

May 6 – May 25

Dates are approximate, based on Prince Edward Island'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 Prince Edward Island

PEI has a maritime climate with mild summers and cold winters. Most of the island is Zone 5a-5b. Famous for its potatoes — the red soil and maritime moisture create ideal conditions.