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When to Plant Arugula in Willseyville, New York (13864)

Location

Willseyville, New York

ZIP Code

13864

USDA Zone

5b

Last Frost

Saturday, April 25, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Saturday, March 28, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Arugula directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Eruca vesicaria subsp. sativa
Days to Maturity 40 days
Mature Height 6-12"
Spread 6"
Type Leaf
Fruit Size N/A

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Partial Shade to Full Sun

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Water

Regular (keep moist)

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Spacing

6" apart

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Planting Depth

0.25" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 3-7 days

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Growing Arugula in Zone 5b

Arugula (Eruca vesicaria subsp. sativa) is a popular garden vegetable. In Willseyville, New York, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b, you should direct sow seeds around Saturday, March 28, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Saturday, April 25, 2026. Arugula grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.