About
A hugely variable annual which may grow between 20 and 100cm tall, depending on conditions. It is very similar to UK native wild rocket. It has green, frondy leaves and 4-petalled, off-white or cream flowers veined with dark red. All of the plant is edible with a peppery taste.
About the genus
Eruca is a genus of annual flowering plants in the brassica family which includes rocket. Flowers are creamy-white with purple veins and yellow stamens.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeAnnual Biennial, Herbs - Culinary
HabitTufted, Columnar upright
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden
Care notes
CultivationPropagate from seed
PruningNo pruning required but pick flowers as they develop to prevent it finishing early
PropagationPropagate by seed. See sowing vegetable seeds or sowing seeds indoors for further advice
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free