Type
spicy leaf
Arugula variety
Wasabi Arugula
Wasabi arugula is grown for bold heat and quick baby-leaf production. It adds extra sharpness to mixed greens and small-space gardens.
Days to maturity
25-40
Best for
spicy salad mixes
About Wasabi
Wasabi arugula is selected for an especially sharp, mustardy heat that can suggest wasabi-like pungency in mixed greens. The leaves are typically lobed and tender when young, with stronger flavor as they mature.
Growing Wasabi Arugula
Grow it in cool conditions and harvest at baby-leaf stage if you want the best balance of tenderness and bite. Keep growth steady with regular water, because drought and heat can make it bolt quickly.
Full growing guide
For planting dates, care, and harvest that apply to all arugula, see the complete guide.
How to grow ArugulaOther arugula varieties
Variety characteristics are general guidance for US home gardens; performance varies by climate, soil, and season. Seed and plant availability differs by supplier. Page updated Aug 4, 2026.