Eruca vesicaria var. sativa
Family: Brassicaceae
This exceptionally tender variety produces abundant cuts of broad leaved mild salad greens. Astro came along decades after the original strain and has become a main crop choice for market farmers and home gardeners. Selected by the late, great open pollinated plant breeder, and Co Founder of the Organic Seed Alliance Dr John Navazio.
| Germ Rate | Days to Maturity | Hardiness | Planting Method | Moisture | Sun |
| 98% | 45 | Hardy | Direct | Medium | Full/Part |