The annual Eruca versicaria ssp. sativa (arugula) bears striped white and dark red flowers during late spring to late fall. The foliage is greyish green in colour.
Typical Uses
Annual, culinary and vegetable garden.
Cautions
Bees and wasps are attracted to Eruca versicaria ssp. sativa (arugula). This could be an issue if there are severe allergies in the household. Be advised that Eruca versicaria ssp. sativa (arugula) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.
