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Can You Grow Arugula in South Dakota?
US · USDA Zone 4b · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b
Arugula grows easily here as a cool-season green — one of the fastest salad crops available.
Plant zones
South Dakota last frost
South Dakota first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Arugulas in South Dakota
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on South Dakota'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 Dakota
South Dakota has a continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. Eastern South Dakota is Zone 4b-5a; western South Dakota is colder. Short growing seasons.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Arugula in South Dakota?
Arugula grows easily here as a cool-season green — one of the fastest salad crops available.
What zone is South Dakota?
South Dakota spans USDA Zone 4b (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).
When do you plant Arugulas in South Dakota?
Plant Arugulas Apr 15, harvest May 6 – May 25.