Ancona perennial wall-rocket
Diplotaxis tenuifolia
HOW TO GROW PERENNIAL WALL-ROCKET
Sow directly in late fall or spring after last frost. Direct seed germination in spring can take 2-3 weeks in cooler soil. Small plants require weed-free sterile soil. Thrives in cold weather and cool winter greenhouses and rich soil. Natural seed usually germinates in the fall. The germination of the smaller seeds from the perennial species is more dependent on temperature than the larger seeds from the annual species. The highest rate is between 65–75˚F day and 40–50˚F evening temps. Can tend to biannual. For micro greens, space 3-6” within row. Seeds require light to germinate, press into soil, do not cover. Soil pH 6.1-7.8. Hardiness zones 5b. Perennial.
Usual seed life 4–5 years.
Planting Depth surface requires light
Soil Temp. Germ. 65–75˚F
Days to Germ. 5-10
Plant Spacing 18-24”
Row Spacing 24”
Days To Maturity 60-70
Full Sun, Moist Well Drained
Usual seed life 4–5 years.
Planting Depth surface requires light
Soil Temp. Germ. 65–75˚F
Days to Germ. 5-10
Plant Spacing 18-24”
Row Spacing 24”
Days To Maturity 60-70
Full Sun, Moist Well Drained
- 400 Seeds$4.10
- 4000 Seeds$18.50
Thick-leaved and erect plant. 1-2 days slower growing than Torino, so useful to extend the harvest window in continual sowings. Good shelf life. Best for summer crops. Tags: Color: Green, Seed: Safe Seed Pledge.
Native to Europe and Western Asia. Naturalized throughout much of the temperate world.
Native to Europe and Western Asia. Naturalized throughout much of the temperate world.
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