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Can You Grow Arugula in South Carolina?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Arugula grows easily here as a cool-season green — one of the fastest salad crops available.
Plant zones
South Carolina last frost
South Carolina first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Arugulas in South Carolina
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on South Carolina'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 South Carolina
South Carolina has a humid subtropical climate with long hot summers and mild winters. The Upstate is Zone 7a-7b; the coast is Zone 8a-8b. Two growing seasons are standard.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Arugula in South Carolina?
Arugula grows easily here as a cool-season green — one of the fastest salad crops available.
What zone is South Carolina?
South Carolina spans USDA Zone 8a (7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Arugulas in South Carolina?
Plant Arugulas Feb 15, harvest Mar 8 – Mar 27.