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Can You Grow Arugula in Connecticut?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b
Arugula grows easily here as a cool-season green — one of the fastest salad crops available.
Plant zones
Connecticut last frost
Connecticut first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Arugulas in Connecticut
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Connecticut'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.
Gardening in Connecticut
Connecticut has a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. Four distinct seasons support a classic New England growing calendar.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Arugula in Connecticut?
Arugula grows easily here as a cool-season green — one of the fastest salad crops available.
What zone is Connecticut?
Connecticut spans USDA Zone 6a (5b, 6a, 6b).
When do you plant Arugulas in Connecticut?
Plant Arugulas Apr 1, harvest Apr 22 – May 11.