When to Plant Arugula in Miner County, SD
Arugula is a fast-growing cool-season green with a peppery, nutty flavor. It is excellent in salads and can be harvested as baby greens or mature leaves.
Miner County, South Dakota is in USDA Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 7 and the first fall frost is October 3, giving you a growing season of approximately 149 days.
At an elevation of 889 feet, Miner County receives approximately 24.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 82°F, so choose short-season varieties of Arugula to ensure they mature before fall.
Miner County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.5-7.6
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Water stress score is 6/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching
Arugula Planting Timeline — Miner County, SD
Arugula Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 26 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 7 | May 7 – May 21 |
| Direct Sow | April 30 | Apr 30 – May 21 |
| Fall Sowing | July 11 | Jul 11 – Jul 25 |
| Harvest | June 11 | Jun 11 – Aug 13 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
30–50 days
Soil pH
6 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 4b
Growing Season
149 days
Growing Tips for Miner County
Sow seeds directly every 2-3 weeks for continuous harvest. Provide afternoon shade in warm weather to prevent bolting. Harvest outer leaves first to extend production.
Companion Planting
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Arugula in Miner County, SD?
Miner County is in Zone 4b with an average last frost of May 7. Plan your Arugula planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Miner County, SD?
Miner County, South Dakota is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 7 and first fall frost is October 3.
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