Description: This very hardy plant measures 20 to 30 cm in height and grows in fertile, cool soil. It is harvested by cutting the leaves at ground level, if necessary. To the raw, tender and sweet young leaves, other types of leaves may or may not be added to prepare exquisite salads. Arugula is used in the composition of mesclun. Cooked leaves spice up sauces and soups. After lightly sautéing them in olive oil, the Italians garnish their pasta dishes with them. Number of days to harvest: Young leaves: 21 | Mature leaves: 40.
