The Wild rocket is a biennal variety of rocket with long, lobed and narrow dark green leaves. The leaves are spicy and peppery with a pungent flavor that adds to salads, raw vegetables or meats. The wild rocket yellow flowers are also edible but are less pungent and sweeter and can be added for instance to salads or desserts. The Wild rocket can also be used to make a peppery pesto.
Scientific Name: Diplotaxis tenuifolia
Plant Life Cycle: Biennal
Optimal Germination Temperature: 20C
Germination time in days: 10-15 days
Indicative Days to maturity: 40 -60 days
Sunlight: Full sun
Soil requirement: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil
Sowing and cultivation: Sow from March to September every 15 to 30 days to ensure a regular harvest. Sowing possible all year round.
