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 |