Can You Grow Arugula in Ohio?
US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 5a, 5b, 6a
Arugula grows easily here as a cool-season green — one of the fastest salad crops available.
Plant zones
Ohio last frost
Ohio first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Arugulas in Ohio
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Ohio'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 Ohio
Ohio has a humid continental climate. Northern Ohio near Lake Erie is Zone 6a; inland areas are Zone 5b. Four seasons with a productive 6-month growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Arugula in Ohio?
Arugula grows easily here as a cool-season green — one of the fastest salad crops available.
What zone is Ohio?
Ohio spans USDA Zone 5b (5a, 5b, 6a).
When do you plant Arugulas in Ohio?
Plant Arugulas Apr 7, harvest Apr 28 – May 17.