Product description
Wild Rocket is a vibrant salad herb cultivated primarily for the intense, spicy kick found in its deeply serrated, dark green leaves. This potent heat, which is significantly punchier and more complex than standard salad rocket, is released immediately when the leaves are eaten. It is traditionally used to add zest to salads, pizzas, and sandwiches, providing a peppery contrast that cuts through rich ingredients like creamy cheeses and cured meats.
This plant is typically grown as a hardy perennial that forms a bushy rosette of foliage and self-seeds freely. It is robust and cold-tolerant, often capable of providing fresh leaves throughout the winter in sheltered spots. For the best results and a continuous supply of tender leaves, plant it in a location with full sun or partial shade. It is moderately drought-tolerant but thrives in fertile soil that is kept consistently moist to prevent the leaves from becoming tough and overly spicy.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
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Product description
Wild Rocket is a vibrant salad herb cultivated primarily for the intense, spicy kick found in its deeply serrated, dark green leaves. This potent heat, which is significantly punchier and more complex than standard salad rocket, is released immediately when the leaves are eaten. It is traditionally used to add zest to salads, pizzas, and sandwiches, providing a peppery contrast that cuts through rich ingredients like creamy cheeses and cured meats.
This plant is typically grown as a hardy perennial that forms a bushy rosette of foliage and self-seeds freely. It is robust and cold-tolerant, often capable of providing fresh leaves throughout the winter in sheltered spots. For the best results and a continuous supply of tender leaves, plant it in a location with full sun or partial shade. It is moderately drought-tolerant but thrives in fertile soil that is kept consistently moist to prevent the leaves from becoming tough and overly spicy.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Wild Rocket produces small yellow flowers which are entirely edible. They taste just as peppery as the leaves and make a beautiful, spicy garnish for summer salads.
How to Water
Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during hot weather. If Wild Rocket is left to dry out, the plant will become stressed, causing the leaves to become extremely hot and the plant to bolt (go to seed) prematurely.
How to Plant
Sow seeds directly into the ground or a deep container. Wild Rocket develops a long taproot, which means it dislikes being moved once established, so choose its permanent home carefully.
