Growing Rocket (Salad Rocket)
Quick UK guidance for sowing rocket as a salad leaf.
Overview
Rocket is a fast leafy salad crop for cool weather. Successional sowing gives a steady supply. Hot weather can make leaves more pungent and encourage bolting.
Sowing
Sow thinly outdoors from spring through early autumn, or in containers. Keep soil moist. Harvest young leaves and sow again every few weeks.
Frequently asked questions
When should I sow rocket in the UK?
From spring into early autumn, avoiding the hottest midsummer weeks if plants bolt quickly in your garden.
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