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When to Plant Arugula in District of Columbia

In a typical District of Columbia location, sow outdoors Mar 1 – Mar 15. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 24 in Washington and as late as Mar 12 in Chevy Chase. For a fall crop, plant around Sep 27 – Oct 4.

Method Direct sow
Days to maturity 30–40 days

Fast-growing, cold-tolerant green; direct sow 2-4 weeks before last frost, succession sow every 2-3 weeks.

Arugula Planting Dates by City

CityDirect sowFall planting
WashingtonFeb 24 – Mar 10Oct 7 – Oct 14
Downtown DCMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
Columbia HeightsMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
Mount PleasantMar 12 – Mar 26Sep 19 – Sep 26
Central 14th Street / Spring RoadMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
Northwest OneMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
Foggy BottomMar 12 – Mar 26Sep 19 – Sep 26
Mount Vernon TriangleMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
H Street NEMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
Pleasant PlainsMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
NoMaMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
PetworthMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
Capitol RiverfrontFeb 24 – Mar 10Oct 7 – Oct 14
Park ViewMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
Golden TriangleFeb 24 – Mar 10Oct 7 – Oct 14
ShawMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
BrightwoodMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
Adams MorganMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
Kennedy StreetMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
Southwest WaterfrontFeb 24 – Mar 10Oct 7 – Oct 14
Barracks RowMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
Union MarketMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
AnacostiaFeb 24 – Mar 10Oct 7 – Oct 14
Colorado TriangleMar 12 – Mar 26Sep 19 – Sep 26
Brentwood VillageMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
The WharfFeb 24 – Mar 10Oct 7 – Oct 14
Central 14th Street / WMATA Northern Bus BarnMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
Van NessMar 12 – Mar 26Sep 19 – Sep 26
Benning RoadMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4
HillcrestMar 1 – Mar 15Sep 27 – Oct 4

Showing the 30 most populous of 35 District of Columbia cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all District of Columbia cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant arugula in District of Columbia?

In a typical District of Columbia location, sow outdoors Mar 1 – Mar 15. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 24 in Washington and as late as Mar 12 in Chevy Chase. For a fall crop, plant around Sep 27 – Oct 4.

When is the last frost in District of Columbia?

The average last spring frost in District of Columbia ranges from March 24 in Washington to April 9 in Chevy Chase, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.

How long do arugula take to grow?

Arugula typically take 30–40 days from planting to harvest. Fast-growing, cold-tolerant green; direct sow 2-4 weeks before last frost, succession sow every 2-3 weeks.

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