WILD ROCKET ‘Sylvetta’ Seeds
Botanical Name: Diplotaxis tenuifolia
- Popular wild rocket variety known for its deeply lobed leaves and intense peppery flavor.
- Slower-growing but more flavorful than regular rocket (arugula).
- Ideal for adding a spicy, nutty kick to salads, sandwiches, and pizzas.
- Rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as calcium and antioxidants.
- Hardy and drought-tolerant, able to thrive in poor soil conditions.
- Perennial in warmer climates, providing continuous harvests year after year.
- Perfect for garden beds, containers, or as a border plant.
Plant Details:
- Plant Type: Perennial leafy green, grows up to 30 – 40 cm tall
Sowing Information:
- Sow When:
- Temperate: March – October
- Subtropical: March – October
- Tropical: March – August
- Cool: April – September
- Arid: March – May, August – October
- Germination: 7 – 14 days
- Depth: Surface sow; lightly cover with fine soil
- Position: Full sun to partial shade
- Sow Where: Directly into garden beds or containers
- Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil with a pH of 6 – 7
- Spacing: 10 – 15 cm between plants
Details:
- Water regularly, but avoid waterlogging the soil.
- Harvest leaves continuously once they reach 10 – 15 cm long.
Harvest:
35 – 45 days after sowing
