Rocket Microgreen Seeds
Botanical Name: Eruca sativa
Rocket, also called arugula, is a quick-growing microgreen with a peppery flavour and soft green leaves. It’s a favourite among home growers and chefs for its zesty taste and high nutritional value. These microgreens are perfect for adding a little spice to salads, wraps, sandwiches, and more. Easy to grow and ready in just over a week, rocket is a great choice whether you’re new to microgreens or already experienced.
- Bold, slightly spicy flavour that lifts the taste of everyday meals.
- Grows quickly—great for home kitchens and classroom projects.
- Good source of vitamins A, C, K, and folate, plus calcium and iron.
How to Grow Rocket Microgreens
- Sow Rate: 5 grams per small (punnet-sized) tray.
- Pre-Soak: Not required.
- Growing Medium: Suitable for both soil and hydroponic setups.
- Soil Method: Fill your tray with 2–3 cm of soil or coir peat. Level it out and moisten before sowing.
- Sowing: Spread seeds evenly across the surface. Lightly mist to settle them into the soil.
- Germination: Cover with a second tray or lid. Keep in a dark, warm spot for 2–3 days until seeds sprout.
- Watering: Mist 1–2 times daily. After sprouting, uncover and move to indirect light. Keep soil damp but not soaked.
Harvest
- Harvest in 7–14 days when plants reach 5–7 cm tall. Use scissors to cut just above the soil line for a clean, fresh crop.
Level of Difficulty
Easy
Need help with mould, slow growth, or yellowing leaves? Read our handy Microgreens Troubleshooting Guide for tips on fixing common issues.
