Diplotaxis Tenuifolia (Wild Rocket)
Diplotaxis Tenuifolia (Wild Rocket)
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Diplotaxis Tenuifolia (Wild Rocket) is a fast-growing leafy green prized for its bold, peppery flavour and continual harvest potential. Producing deeply lobed dark green leaves, this hardy herbaceous vegetable adds fresh gourmet flavour to salads, sandwiches, pizzas, and pasta dishes. Compared to standard rocket varieties, Wild Rocket offers a stronger taste and extended harvesting performance, making it a favourite among home gardeners and culinary enthusiasts alike.
Its compact, leafy growth habit makes it ideal for vegetable gardens, raised beds, containers, and kitchen gardens where fresh produce is easily accessible. Wild Rocket thrives in sunny to partly shaded positions and can be harvested repeatedly throughout the growing season, encouraging ongoing fresh growth. Easy to grow and low maintenance, Diplotaxis Tenuifolia is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a productive, attractive, and flavour-packed edible plant for year-round enjoyment.

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Mature height
20cm – 40cm
Mature width
30cm – 50cm
Spacing
30cm – 40cm apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen in mild climates
Foliage
Foliage: Dark green / Flower: Yellow
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to autumn
Sun tolerance
Full sun to part shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance; harvest regularly to encourage fresh leafy growth and prevent flowering
Root System
Shallow fibrous root system suitable for garden beds, raised planters, and containers