Tag: Garden rocket

Arugula, also known as rocket, is a member of the nutrient-rich mustard family, which includes other edibles like broccoli and cabbage. Many home gardeners wonder, are arugula pods edible when the plant bolts and goes to seed? The answer is a delightful yes, as these peppery and crunchy pods are a secret culinary treat that should not be overlooked.

Originally native to the Mediterranean region, the rocket plant has been a popular culinary leaf for centuries. Known for its distinctive peppery kick and nutritional profile, many new gardeners and home cooks wonder if this fast-growing plant is edible and how to best enjoy its zesty flavor.

A 2020 study indicates that increased glucosinolate content, caused by factors such as high temperatures, is directly associated with increased bitterness in rocket leaves. Understanding the causes of this bitterness is key to growing and preparing milder, more flavorful greens.

Originally native to the Mediterranean region, the peppery, distinctive leafy green known as arugula has been a culinary staple for centuries. While most familiar to Americans and Canadians as 'arugula,' this same plant is known by numerous other names around the globe, with 'rocket' being the most prevalent.