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Can You Grow Arugula in Minnesota?

US · USDA Zone 4a · zones 2b, 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

2a–9a

Minnesota last frost

late April

Minnesota first frost

early October

Days to harvest

21–40 days

When to plant Arugulas in Minnesota

Direct sow

Apr 25

Harvest

May 16 – Jun 4

Dates are approximate, based on Minnesota'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.

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Gardening in Minnesota

Minnesota has a cold humid continental climate. The Twin Cities are Zone 4b-5a; northern Minnesota reaches Zone 2b-3a. Cold winters but warm productive summers.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Arugula in Minnesota?

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

What zone is Minnesota?

Minnesota spans USDA Zone 4a (2b, 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b).

When do you plant Arugulas in Minnesota?

Plant Arugulas Apr 25, harvest May 16 – Jun 4.