Rocket : Wild
Vegetable
Description
An alternative to the usual Rocket, with deep green, serrated foliage that makes an attractive garnish.
Wild Rocket has a stronger flavour than standard Rocket, and the young leaves can be picked in succession and are perfect for salads.
Easy to grow.
Height 15-20cm (6-8in), prostrate habit.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | April to July. |
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| Sowing depth: | 1cm (½in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart. |
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Sow thinly in soil that has been raked to a fine tilth.
When large enough to handle, thin seedlings to 23-30cm (9-12in) apart.
Growing Instructions
Harvest young leaves as required, picking only a few from each plant.
Sowings made in late summer will carry on cropping into winter if given protection by cloches.
Aftercare Instructions
Prefers moist, well drained soil in full sun.
Kitchen Notes
Rocket can be used as a tasty and interesting substitute for lettuce in salads.
