Arugula

Days to harvest

30–40 days

Sunlight

5–7 hours/day

Watering

1–1 per day

Plant spacing

15 cm

Minimum container size

15cm deep × 20cm wide

Container-friendly

2 plants per container

Estimated yield

100 kg / 100m²

Life span

annual

Climate Requirements

Ideal temperature

25-32 °C

Annual rainfall

1500-2500 mm

Humidity

60-80%

Heat tolerance

low

Drought tolerance

moderate

Very heat-sensitive, turns bitter above 30°C. Best as a cool-season crop (Nov-Feb). In urban settings, use shade cloth and frequent watering.

Soil & Planting

Companion Plants

• Carrotmoderate

  Arugula fast growth provides shade for slow-germinating carrots; harvested before carrots need space

• Lettucemoderate

  Both leafy greens with similar water needs; arugula adds peppery pest deterrence

• Spring Onionmoderate

  Spring onion deters flea beetles that commonly attack arugula

• Beetrootweak

  Arugula ground cover retains moisture around beetroot; different root zones

Common Pests & Diseases

Market Demand

Moderate local demand

Regional Notes

Suitable for Malaysian urban gardens

Sources

• Leafy Vegetables for Malaysian Climate — MARDI · Last reviewed: 2024-07-10