Description

The wild original of the modern arugulas. ‘Wild Rocket’ is a perennial strain with deeply lobed, slender leaves and an intense, peppery flavor that surpasses cultivated types in both depth and aroma. Its taste carries sharp, nutty, and mustardy notes, balanced by a lingering, earthy spice that intensifies as the leaves mature.

Plants form compact, upright rosettes that regrow quickly after cutting, allowing for repeated harvests throughout the season. The small, pale yellow flowers attract pollinators and can also be eaten for their subtle bite. Wild Rocket thrives in poorer soils and hot weather, where many lettuces and greens fade—making it an easy, enduring favorite.

Native to the Mediterranean region, it has been used since Roman times as both food and aphrodisiac. Today, it remains the chef’s choice for authentic, old-world arugula flavor—bold, untamed, and utterly alive.