Mature Height: 5 - 6 inches
Mature Spread: 5 - 8 inches
Other Names: Arugula, Rocket Greens, Salad or Garden Rocket
Description:
Diplotaxis tenuifolia Dragon's Fire
A bold and spicy arugula with deep green leaves streaked with purple veins. Dragon’s Fire grows quickly in cool weather, producing tender, flavorful leaves that add a peppery kick to salads, sandwiches, and garnishes. Its compact habit makes it ideal for containers, raised beds, or garden rows, and successive harvesting encourages continued growth throughout the season.
Easy to grow and low maintenance, Dragon’s Fire Arugula tolerates most well-drained soils and thrives in full sun to partial shade. Perfect for gardeners seeking fresh, homegrown greens with a distinctive flavor.
Photos courtesy of Ball Seed and PanAmerican Seed