| Common Name | Arugula / Rocket |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Genus | Eruca |
| Species | Sativa |
| Origin | Mediterranean Basin |
| Blooming | Small white flowers with purple veins in late spring/summer |
| Leaf Color | Green |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Rich, well-drained loam with high organic matter content
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; ensure good drainage
Full sun to partial shade; minimum 4 hours direct light for optimal growth
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks during active growth phase
Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage continuous new growth
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