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(Best months for growing Rocket in Australia - temperate regions)
Plant every 2 to 3 weeks for a continuous supply. Leafy green plant with lobed, dark green leaves. It has a slightly spicy, nutty flavour. The spiciness intensifies as the plant gets older.
Frost tender.
Keep well watered in well drained ground. Will go to flower rapidly in hot dry weather.
Use in salads and stir-fry.
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