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Arugula, also known as Rocket or Eruca Sativa, is one of the most satisfying plant that we have in our garden. I love it because it is another "cut-and-come-again" crop. It's crazy how easy and how fast these plants grow. By having only a handful of these plants, you will have enough leaves to create salads until early/mid summer.
At the end of the life-cycle, the plant will blossom and return you more seeds then you will be able plant: literally thousands of small seeds. So this is definitely a WIN-WIN plant to have in your garden/balcony.
Arugula is a nutrient-dense, low-calorie plant with a high level of vitamins A, C and K, along with high levels of antioxidants and fiber. It contains nutrients like beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin which are essential for maintaining good vision. The high levels of vitamin C boost the immune system. It's richness in vitamin K is essential for blood clotting and bone health. The high levels of potassium and magnesium help regulating blood pressure and so supports heart health. The high fiber content improves gut health, promotes satiety and aids digestion.
[[Hobby]] [[Gardening]] [[Vegetables]] [[Arugula]] [[Rocket]] [[Eruca Sativa]]
![Some harvested Arugula leaves:
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