{"id":10548,"date":"2026-06-17T21:13:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T18:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.myorganicworld.net\/?post_type=product&p=10548"},"modified":"2026-10-12T21:30:50","modified_gmt":"2026-10-12T18:30:50","slug":"rocket-salad-astra","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/staging.myorganicworld.net\/ar\/product\/rocket-salad-astra\/","title":{"rendered":"Rocket Salad Astra"},"content":{"rendered":"

Rocket Salad Astra Seeds -Power Saat<\/h2>\n

(Eruca sativa \u2014 Kiepenkerl )<\/strong><\/p>\n

Rocket Salad Astra is an Eruca sativa<\/strong> \u2014 cultivated rocket salad, also known as arugula<\/strong>, roquette<\/strong>, rucola<\/strong>, and garden rocket<\/strong> \u2014 a cool-season annual of Mediterranean origin that is among the fastest<\/strong>, most productive<\/strong>, and most flavor<\/strong>-distinctive salad greens available to the kitchen gardener. Arugula is one of the fastest-growing greens, ready to harvest just 4\u20136 weeks after sowing<\/strong> \u2014 perfect for quick, fresh salads. Baby leaves are milder in flavor; pungency increases as the plants develop.<\/p>\n

The Kiepenkerl -Line Astra variety is distinguished from standard rocket salad offerings by two characteristics confirmed on the packet. First, the Power<\/strong> Saat organic seed coating<\/strong> \u2014 an organic biological seed treatment applied to each individual seed that improves five measurable seedling performance parameters: germination rate, speed of growth, nutrient uptake efficiency, overall plant vitality, and disease resistance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The coating is produced from organic materials and is compatible with certified organic growing systems. Second, the slow-bolting characteristic<\/strong> \u2014 the packet confirms the variety is bolt-resistant, meaning it holds in productive leaf production for longer than standard rocket varieties before triggering the flowering response that makes leaves bitter and reduces harvest quality.<\/p>\n

Eruca sativa is built for speed, having a slender taproot and a dense network of fine lateral roots that allow it to drink surface moisture quickly. This root structure fuels a rapid growth cycle, often ready for harvest<\/strong> in as little as 21 to 30 days<\/strong>. It forms a basal rosette of broad, deeply lobed leaves that resemble an oak leaf. Consistent moisture is key to mild flavor \u2014 water stress triggers the plant to become more pungent and bolt. Temperatures above 24\u00b0C will trigger the plant to bolt and produce flowers; pinching off the tender flower stalks as they begin to form can prolong leaf production.<\/p>\n

The upright habit confirmed on the Kiepenkerl packet \u2014 an important variety characteristic \u2014 keeps the deeply lobed leaves elevated from the soil surface, reducing soil splash contamination, improving air circulation around the leaf canopy, and producing cleaner, more visually attractive harvest leaves than prostrate-habit varieties. The deeply lobed leaf form of Astra is also visually distinctive on the plate \u2014 the characteristic serrated, oak-leaf-shaped rocket leaf providing an instantly recognizable salad element that signals freshness and quality.<\/p>\n

Variety Details<\/h3>\n
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  • Botanical Name: Eruca sativa<\/strong>
    \nCommon Names: Rocket Salad \u2014 Arugula \u2014 Rucola \u2014 Roquette \u2014 Garden Rocket<\/strong>
    \nVariety: Astra<\/strong>
    \nProducer: Kiepenkerl<\/strong>
    \nSeed Technology: Power Saat organic seed coating \u2014 improves germination, growth, nutrient uptake, vitality, and disease resistance<\/strong>
    \nSeed Type: Open-pollinated with Power Saat organic coating<\/strong>
    \nPlant Type: Cool-season annual<\/strong>
    \nFamily: Brassicaceae<\/strong>
    \nNative: Mediterranean region \u2014 southern Europe and North Africa<\/strong>
    \nHabit: Upright, fast-growing basal rosette \u2014 deeply lobed serrated leaves<\/strong>
    \nHeight: 20\u201340 cm at maturity<\/strong>
    \nSpread: 15\u201325 cm<\/strong>
    \nLeaf Form: Deeply lobed, serrated, oak-leaf shaped \u2014 dark green \u2014 upright habit<\/strong>
    \nFlavor: Peppery nutty \u2014 intensifies with plant maturity and warm temperatures<\/strong>
    \nDays to First Harvest: 20\u201330 days (baby leaf) \u2014 40\u201350 days (full leaf)<\/strong>
    \nBolting Resistance: Slow bolting \u2014 confirmed on Kiepenkerl packet<\/strong>
    \nUses: Fresh salads, pizza, pasta, pesto, sandwiches, garnish, baby leaf, microgreens<\/strong>
    \nGermination: 5\u201310 days at 15\u201320\u00b0C<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Key Features<\/h3>\n
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    • Kiepenkerl professional German seed house product<\/li>\n
    • Power Saat organic seed coating \u2014 five performance improvements: germination, growth, nutrient uptake, vitality, and disease resistance<\/li>\n
    • Slow bolting \u2014 confirmed on packet \u2014 extended productive harvest window versus standard rocket varieties<\/li>\n
    • Upright leaf habit \u2014 keeps leaves clean, reduces soil contamination, improves air circulation<\/li>\n
    • Fast-growing \u2014 first harvest in 20\u201330 days from sowing<\/li>\n
    • Cut-and-come-again \u2014 multiple harvests from single sowing; outer leaves harvested while plant continues producing<\/li>\n
    • Peppery nutty flavor \u2014 the characteristic rocket flavor suitable for salads, pizza, pasta, and hot dishes<\/li>\n
    • Deeply lobed serrated oak-leaf form \u2014 visually distinctive and attractive on the plate<\/li>\n
    • Suitable for containers \u2014 confirmed on packet; minimum 15 cm depth required<\/li>\n
    • Succession sowing every 2\u20133 weeks provides continuous supply across the full cool season<\/li>\n
    • Baby leaf and microgreen use \u2014 harvest at 10\u201315 days for microgreens, 20\u201330 days for baby leaf<\/li>\n
    • High nutritional value \u2014 rich in vitamins A, C, and K; calcium and potassium<\/li>\n
    • Avoid planting after other Brassicaceae family crops \u2014 rotation essential<\/li>\n
    • Direct sowing preferred \u2014 fast germination 5\u201310 days at 15\u201320\u00b0C<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Plant Information<\/h3>\n
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      • Height: 20\u201340 cm at maturity<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Spread: 15\u201325 cm<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Plant Type: Cool-season annual<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Habit: Upright fast-growing basal rosette \u2014 deeply lobed serrated leaves held above soil level<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Leaf Form: Deeply lobed, serrated \u2014 oak-leaf shaped \u2014 dark green \u2014 characteristic rocket appearance<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Flavor: Peppery and nutty \u2014 mild in baby leaves, intensifying with maturity and warmth<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Days to Harvest: 20\u201330 days baby leaf \u2014 40\u201350 days full leaf \u2014 10\u201315 days microgreen<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Bolting Resistance: Slow bolting \u2014 confirmed Kiepenkerl<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Suitable for Containers: Yes \u2014 confirmed Kiepenkerl \u2014 minimum 15 cm depth<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Edible: Leaves, flowers, and young seed pods<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Germination Instructions<\/h3>\n
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        • Direct sowing is the preferred method for rocket salad \u2014 the fast germination and rapid growth cycle make indoor sowing unnecessary and impractical.<\/li>\n
        • Sow seeds a quarter inch deep and one inch apart in rows, or broadcast alone or mixed with other greens.<\/li>\n
        • Gradually thin to 6-inch spacings using thinnings for salads.<\/li>\n
        • Seeds germinate quickly \u2014 often within 5 to 7 days.<\/li>\n
        • The Power Saat organic seed coating on Astra improves germination speed and rate compared to uncoated seed \u2014 maintain consistent moisture from sowing to ensure the coating activates and seedling emergence is uniform.<\/li>\n
        • Sow thinly in rows spaced 20\u201325 cm apart or broadcast across a prepared bed.<\/li>\n
        • Make new plantings every 2 to 3 weeks for a continuous supply.<\/li>\n
        • For container growing \u2014 confirmed suitable on the Kiepenkerl packet \u2014 use a container with a minimum depth of 15 cm filled with moist, well-drained potting mix.<\/li>\n
        • Broadcast seeds across the surface, cover with 5\u20136 mm of fine compost, water gently, and maintain moisture until germination.<\/li>\n
        • For microgreens, sow densely in a shallow tray and harvest at 10\u201315 days. In Kuwait, direct sow outdoors from mid-October onward for cool-season production.<\/li>\n
        • Succession sow every 2\u20133 weeks from October through February for a continuous supply of young rocket leaves across the full cool season.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Growing Tips<\/h3>\n
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          • Rocket grows best in well-drained, fertile soil with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.0. It prefers soil rich in organic matter \u2014 adding compost or well-rotted manure enhances growth.<\/li>\n
          • Regular watering is essential, especially during dry spells, but avoid waterlogging which can lead to root rot.<\/li>\n
          • The soil should be kept consistently moist.<\/li>\n
          • The slow-bolting characteristic of Astra extends the productive leaf harvest window compared to standard varieties, but bolting will still occur when temperatures rise above 24\u00b0C \u2014 in Kuwait’s cool season, plan the final sowing, accordingly, avoiding sowing after mid-February as rising temperatures in March will accelerate bolting and end the harvest season rapidly.<\/li>\n
          • Leaves should be picked when young \u2014 about 5\u20138 cm.<\/li>\n
          • Once the plant starts to flower or bolt, the flavor turns bitter.<\/li>\n
          • Harvest the outer leaves first, leaving the central crown intact to continue producing.<\/li>\n
          • Pick leaves over regularly to keep the plants from bolting \u2014 do not pick the central crown so that more can re-grow.<\/li>\n
          • When flower buds appear on Astra, pinch them out to extend the cropping period \u2014 the slow-bolting breeding of this variety means this intervention is effective for a longer period than with standard rocket.<\/li>\n
          • Avoid planting in the same soil as other Brassicaceae family crops \u2014 rotation is essential to prevent the build-up of club root and other soil-borne brassica diseases. In containers, refresh the potting mix between successive sowings rather than resowing into exhausted compost.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Gulf Planting Season<\/h3>\n
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            • Direct sow outdoors: Mid-October to mid-February<\/strong><\/li>\n
            • Succession sowing interval: Every 2\u20133 weeks for continuous supply<\/strong><\/li>\n
            • First harvest: 20\u201330 days after each sowing<\/strong><\/li>\n
            • Peak production season: November to February<\/strong><\/li>\n
            • Note<\/strong><\/span>: Rocket Salad Astra is the fastest food crop in this catalogue and the only variety producing a harvestable food crop within 30 days of sowing \u2014 making it the most immediate return on investment of any seed in this collection.<\/li>\n
            • The slow-bolting Astra variety and Power Saat organic coating give it a productive advantage over standard rocket varieties in Kuwait’s cool season, where the transition from cool to warm temperatures in late February and March accelerates bolting in susceptible varieties.<\/li>\n
            • Succession sowing from mid-October through mid-February \u2014 a new row or container every two to three weeks \u2014 provides continuous rocket leaf production from November through March without any gap in supply.<\/li>\n
            • A single 1-metre row sown every two to three weeks requires no more than a few minutes of effort and provides sufficient fresh rocket for regular domestic salad use throughout the full cool season.<\/li>\n
            • Rocket Salad Astra is the most practical and productive food seed in this catalogue for immediate results in Kuwait’s kitchen garden.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Companion Planting<\/h3>\n
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              • Rocket salad is a productive companion plant in the kitchen garden.<\/li>\n
              • A terrific companion plant, rocket will lure pollinators to your vegetable garden while banishing pests.<\/li>\n
              • The volatile aromatic compounds in rocket foliage \u2014 characteristic of all Brassicaceae family plants \u2014 have documented deterrent effects on certain pest insects, particularly aphids and flea beetles when grown in mixed plantings.<\/li>\n
              • In the Kuwait cool-season kitchen garden, rocket planted as a fast-growing edging crop around slower-maturing vegetables \u2014 tomatoes, peppers, brassicas \u2014 provides a continuous leafy harvest from the bed margins while companion pest deterrence benefits the main crop.<\/li>\n
              • Avoid planting alongside other Brassicaceae family members \u2014 cabbage, kale, broccoli, cauliflower, radish \u2014 which share the same soil-borne disease risks and pest populations. Ideal companions include lettuce, spinach, herbs such as thyme and basil, and root vegetables.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Garden & Culinary Uses<\/h3>\n
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                • Rocket Salad Astra is suited to kitchen garden beds, raised beds, container growing, windowsill herb gardens, baby leaf production, and microgreen trays. It is the fastest-maturing food crop in this catalogue \u2014 with first harvest achievable in 20\u201330 days from sowing, it is the only variety capable of producing a meaningful edible harvest within a single month of planting.<\/li>\n
                • The succession sowing potential of rocket \u2014 a new sowing every 2\u20133 weeks across the cool season \u2014 makes Astra the most continuously productive food plant available in the cool-season Kuwait kitchen garden from a single seed packet.<\/li>\n
                • In Italy, arugula is used in salads with tomatoes and with burrata, bocconcini, buffalo, or mozzarella cheese. In Rome, it is used in straccetti, a dish of thin slices of beef with raw arugula and Parmesan cheese.<\/li>\n
                • In Turkey, the plant is eaten raw as a side dish with fish or served with extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice.<\/li>\n
                • In the Gulf Arab kitchen, fresh rocket is used in salads, as a pizza topping, as a wrap ingredient, and as a garnish for grilled meat and fish dishes.<\/li>\n
                • The peppery nutty flavor of Astra rocket provides a distinctive aromatic note that makes it one of the most flavorful salad greens available in the cool-season garden.<\/li>\n
                • The flowers of Eruca sativa are also fully edible \u2014 the small creamy-white flowers with purple veining are mild in flavor and provide a decorative edible garnish element when the plant reaches the bolting stage.<\/li>\n
                • Young seed pods are edible and peppery. At the microgreen stage \u2014 10\u201315 days after sowing \u2014 rocket provides a concentrated version of the leaf flavor that is intense and highly aromatic, suitable for restaurant-quality garnishing and salad preparation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                  Rocket Salad Astra Kiepenkerl -Line Astra is a fast-growing, slow-bolting rocket salad variety \u2014 Eruca sativa \u2014 produced with Power Saat organic seed coating technology that improves germination, growth, nutrient uptake, vitality, and disease resistance over uncoated seed. The packet confirms: fast-growing salad and spice herb with a peppery nutty flavor, slow to bolt, suitable for containers. One of the fastest crops from sowing to harvest in the kitchen garden \u2014 ready to cut in as little as 20\u201330 days<\/strong> \u2014 producing deeply lobed, upright, attractive leaves with the characteristic peppery nutty flavor of cultivated rocket that intensifies as the plant matures. A cut-and-come-again crop that provides multiple harvests from a single sowing, making it the highest-yield salad green per square meter available in the cool-season kitchen garden.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":10549,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[619,466],"product_tag":[616],"class_list":["post-10548","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-annual-seeds","product_cat-arugula","product_tag-new-2026","first","instock","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.myorganicworld.net\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/10548","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.myorganicworld.net\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.myorganicworld.net\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.myorganicworld.net\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10548"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.myorganicworld.net\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10549"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.myorganicworld.net\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10548"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.myorganicworld.net\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=10548"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.myorganicworld.net\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=10548"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.myorganicworld.net\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=10548"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}