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Can You Grow Arugula in Indiana?

US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 5a, 5b, 6a

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

2a–9a

Indiana last frost

early April

Indiana first frost

late October

Days to harvest

21–40 days

When to plant Arugulas in Indiana

Direct sow

Apr 7

Harvest

Apr 28 – May 17

Dates are approximate, based on Indiana'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 Indiana

Indiana has a humid continental climate. Northern Indiana is Zone 5a-5b; southern Indiana is warmer at Zone 6a. Four distinct seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.