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When to Plant Arugula in Minnesota

In a typical Minnesota location, sow outdoors Apr 2 – Apr 16. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 24 in Winona and as late as May 8 in Hibbing. For a fall crop, plant around Aug 28 – Sep 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
MinneapolisMar 26 – Apr 9Sep 4 – Sep 11
Saint PaulMar 27 – Apr 10Sep 4 – Sep 11
RochesterApr 2 – Apr 16Aug 25 – Sep 1
BloomingtonMar 26 – Apr 9Sep 6 – Sep 13
DuluthApr 16 – Apr 30Aug 31 – Sep 7
Brooklyn ParkApr 2 – Apr 16Aug 27 – Sep 3
PlymouthApr 1 – Apr 15Aug 31 – Sep 7
Maple GroveApr 2 – Apr 16Aug 27 – Sep 3
WoodburyMar 29 – Apr 12Aug 31 – Sep 7
EaganMar 26 – Apr 9Sep 6 – Sep 13
Saint CloudApr 9 – Apr 23Aug 19 – Aug 26
Eden PrairieMar 26 – Apr 9Sep 2 – Sep 9
West Coon RapidsApr 2 – Apr 16Aug 27 – Sep 3
Coon RapidsApr 2 – Apr 16Aug 27 – Sep 3
BlaineApr 7 – Apr 21Aug 21 – Aug 28
BurnsvilleMar 26 – Apr 9Sep 6 – Sep 13
LakevilleMar 30 – Apr 13Aug 29 – Sep 5
MinnetonkaApr 2 – Apr 16Aug 28 – Sep 4
Apple ValleyMar 30 – Apr 13Aug 29 – Sep 5
EdinaMar 26 – Apr 9Sep 6 – Sep 13
Minnetonka MillsApr 1 – Apr 15Aug 31 – Sep 7
Saint Louis ParkApr 1 – Apr 15Aug 31 – Sep 7
MoorheadApr 7 – Apr 21Aug 22 – Aug 29
MankatoApr 2 – Apr 16Aug 28 – Sep 4
MaplewoodMar 29 – Apr 12Aug 31 – Sep 7
ShakopeeMar 26 – Apr 9Sep 2 – Sep 9
RichfieldMar 26 – Apr 9Sep 6 – Sep 13
Cottage GroveMar 26 – Apr 9Sep 7 – Sep 14
RosevilleMar 31 – Apr 14Aug 27 – Sep 3
Inver Grove HeightsMar 27 – Apr 10Sep 4 – Sep 11

Showing the 30 most populous of 104 Minnesota cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Minnesota cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant arugula in Minnesota?

In a typical Minnesota location, sow outdoors Apr 2 – Apr 16. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 24 in Winona and as late as May 8 in Hibbing. For a fall crop, plant around Aug 28 – Sep 4.

When is the last frost in Minnesota?

The average last spring frost in Minnesota ranges from April 21 in Winona to June 5 in Hibbing, 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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