Heirloom Seeds in
Yellowhead County, Alberta
Arugula Seeds: Grow Peppery and Nutritious Greens in Your Garden
Arugula seeds are a fantastic choice for gardeners looking to grow a flavorful and nutritious green. Known for their distinctive peppery taste and tender leaves, arugula, also known as rocket or roquette, is perfect for a variety of culinary uses. These fast-growing greens are a staple in salads, sandwiches, and garnishes, adding a unique and spicy kick to your dishes.
Why Choose Arugula Seeds?
Arugula is incredibly versatile. It can be used fresh in salads, added to sandwiches, or used as a garnish for a variety of dishes. Its peppery flavor and tender texture make it a favorite in the kitchen. These greens offer a rich, spicy flavor that is perfect for those who enjoy bold, flavorful vegetables in their meals. Arugula plants are dependable producers and are well-suited for both garden beds and containers. They thrive in cooler weather and are early enough for shorter growing seasons. Arugula is rich in vitamins A and C, as well as antioxidants. Including it in your diet can contribute to overall health and well-being.
Growing Tips for Arugula Seeds
Start your seeds outdoors in early spring as soon as the ground can be worked. Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep and 1 inch apart in wide rows 6 inches apart. Keep the soil evenly moist and well-weeded. These greens need plenty of sunlight, so choose a spot that gets at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day. Harvest the leaves when they are young and tender for the best flavor. You can use them immediately or store them for later use.
Arugula seeds are an excellent addition to any garden, offering both vibrant flavor and ease of growth. Their versatility in the kitchen and nutritional benefits make them a favorite among gardeners and chefs alike. Start growing arugula today and enjoy the delicious rewards!
For the Seed is a small seed company that is passionate about growing quality produce for both seed and for superior vegetables for most Western Canadian climates. Whatever we have not grown, or grown enough of ourselves, we carefully source reputable seed to add to our curated collection of garden seed we make available for sale.
Something that we are even more passionate about is getting seeds into the hands of gardeners who are interested in growing extra produce for their friends, family and local foodbanks. Times are changing and food security is a growing concern amongst almost all demographics.
We invite all gardeners with a heart for their neighbors to sow extra seeds, rows, or gardens to help those who may not have access, ability or means to garden themselves. This could mean you're sowing extra for a senior you know down the street, a friend who lives in an apartment, someone that you know with a disability that cannot grow a garden for themselves, as well as your local food bank or pantry to help stock their shelves with nutrient dense options for their customers. Every little bit helps, and we are here to help you in our mission to keep our neighbors and communities fed.
That is why, with every purchase, you will have the option to have an additional package(s) of seeds that compliment your selections added to your order - for free. Or, if you aren't able or interested in becoming a For the Seed community gardener, you can choose to donate your packs to our Community Fund. We will in turn donate those packs of seeds to various community gardens in the Capital Region of Alberta.
It takes a village, and as an avid gardener, I know how much I love blessings others with the fruits of our labour.
If you are part of a community program that hosts a community garden or like project, please reach out to be added to our Community Fund list. We try and spread our seeds out far and wide.
We are so excited to see and hear the stories of our gardeners giftings this season. Let's make this happen!
-For the Seed
Zechariah 8:12-13