Rocket – 2 gram seeds – AAA – Thai

Description

Rocket

 

Price: 240 Taka per packet 

Quantity: 800 to 1000 seeds (2 gram)

Brand: AAA (Chua Yong Seng Seed Co. Ltd)

Country: Thailand

 

Germination Rate (Approx.): 70%

Physical Purity (Min): 98%

Genetic Purity (Min): 98%

 

36. Scientific Name & Family

Scientific name: Eruca sativa
Family: Brassicaceae (mustard/cabbage family)

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Germination Temperature

• Optimal 10–20 °C (some sources mention up to 25 °C)
• Some cultivars germinate even at 4–27 °C with best results within the range above.

Answer: ~ 10–20 °C (ideal)

 Germination Time

• Typically: 4–14 days (varies with temperature & moisture).

Answer: 5–10 days on average

 Plant Height, Span & Seed Sowing Depth

• Height: ~ 20–60 cm (some varieties shorter under dense cropping).
• Spread/Span: ~ 15–30 cm per plant.
• Seed sowing depth: ~ 0.5–1 cm (5–10 mm).

. Plant Spacing

• 15–25 cm (6–10 inches) between plants is recommended.

Row Spacing

• 30–45 cm (12–18 inches) between rows.

Trellis / Support Requirement

No support or trellis is needed — rocket is a leafy herb / salad green and grows upright without staking. (Typical for leafy brassicas.)

Seed to Harvest Time

• Leaves: 25–40 days to mature leaves (quick cut-and-come again).

Answer: ~ 25–40 days

Seed to Bloom Time

Typically bolting & flowering begins ~ 4–7 weeks under long days/heat; leaf quality declines once bolting starts.

Pot / Container / Bed Size

• For container: ~ 12–15 inches (30–40 cm) deep and wide for multiple plants.
• As an individual plant: 10–15 cm root zone sufficient.
(Shallow-rooted plant)

Soil Type & pH

• Prefer well-drained, fertile loamy soil rich in organic matter.
• Ideal pH: 6.0–7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral).

Sunlight & Light for Germination

• Full sun (6–8+ hrs/day).
• Germination: light not strictly required, but seeds should be slightly covered.

Water Requirement & Intervals

• Needs consistent moisture — keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
• Typically 1–2 inches (2.5–5 cm) water per week or equivalent; increment as leaves grow larger.
Outgoing watering every 2–3 days in hot dry weather; maintain moist soil always.

 Essential Nutrients

Leafy greens need balanced nutrition:

Typical fert requirements (approx. per ha): 125 kg N, 150 kg P₂O₅, 100 kg K₂O†

Organic sources with these nutrients:
• Vermicompost / Cow dung – balanced plant nutrients.
• Bone Meal – Phosphorus.
• Horn Meal – Slow release Nitrogen.
• Neem Cake – NPK and pest suppression.
• Mustard Cake – Nitrogen & organic matter.
• Oyster Shell – Calcium.
• Epsom Salt – Magnesium & Sulfur.

Organic Fertilizer Application (Container)

(Example for ~30×30 cm container)
• Vermicompost: 150–200 g
• Cow dung compost: 200 g
• Bone Meal: 30 g
• Horn Meal: 20 g
• Neem Cake: 30 g
• Oyster Shell Powder: 15–20 g
• Epsom Salt: 10 g
Mix into potting soil before planting.

Application frequency:
• Pre-plant mix only; leaf crops require minimal feeding after sowing.

(Deep fertility for leafy greens ensures tender leaves without bitterness.)

Chemical Fertilizers

Balanced NPK (e.g., 15-15-15) at low rates:
• 10–15 g per plant once soil is prepared, or 50–80 g/m² evenly spread.
• Water afterward.

Chemical fertilizer usually not essential if organic matter is high.

Recommended Potting Mix for Rooftops (Bangladesh)

Potting Mix (% by volume):
• Cow Dung Compost — 20%
• Vermicompost — 25%
• Trichocompost — 15%
• Coconut Coir Dust — 20%
• Loamy Soil — 15%
• Oyster Shell Powder — 2%
• Epsom Salt — 1%
• Brown River Sand — 2%
(Mix well for water retention, drainage & nutrients.)

This mix balances fertility and aeration for rooftop conditions.

Companion Plants

• Spinach, Lettuce, Radish, Carrots, Celery are good companions.

Taste Ratings

• Fruit taste: N/A (leaf crop)
• Leaf taste: 8/10 — peppery, tangy flavor (popular in salads).

Common Pests & Controls

• Flea beetles, aphids, cabbage loopers.
Chemical: Permethrin, Imidacloprid sprays (follow label).
Organic: Neem oil, insecticidal soap, row covers.

Diseases & Controls

• Powdery mildew, bacterial leaf spots.
Chemical: Chlorothalonil, copper fungicides.
Organic: Baking soda sprays, proper spacing & airflow.

How to Identify Harvest Maturity

• Leaves ~ 6–10 cm long and dark green are best; stop before bolting.
• Harvest tender outer leaves first.

Monthly Yield for Family of 4

• For daily salads: ~1–2 kg/month for a family of four (continuous sowing).

Average Yield per sq. ft

• ~0.25–0.5 kg per sq. ft per harvest (many cut cycles).

Average Lifespan

• Annual — completes life cycle in one season; multiple cut cycles ~ 6–8 weeks.

Nutritional Values (per 100 g leaves)

• Vitamin A, C, K, Folate & Potassium rich.
Exact values vary but rocket is nutrient-dense leafy green.

Health Benefits

• High in vitamins A & C (antioxidants).

• Supports bone health (vitamin K).

• Lowers oxidative stress.

• May aid digestion.

• High fiber, low calorie.

Popular Recipes

• Bangladeshi:

1. *Rocket & tomato salad (green raw).

2. Mixed green dal bhaji.
   • International:

3. *Rocket pesto pasta.

4. Arugula & parmesan pizza topping.

Ideal Month to Germinate in Bangladesh

• Autumn & winter/spring months (cool conditions); Nov–Feb likely best to avoid heat-induced bolting.

Seeds per Gram

• Approx. 300–500 seeds/gram (varies by variety).

Best Propagation Method

• Direct sowing outdoors; also works in trays and transplant seedlings once strong.

Storage of Leaves

• Refrigerate fresh leaves in airtight bags up to 5–7 days.
• Freeze after blanching up to 3–6 months.

Few Specialties

• Peppery flavor distinct from lettuce.

• Fast growth and multiple harvests.

• Edible flowers add nutrition & beauty.

Quotes

• “Rocket brings spice to the simplest salad and joy to every harvest.”

• “In its peppery leaves lives the zest of the Mediterranean sun.”

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*Note: It is recommended to prepare seedling in a small cup or pot for better success rate and soak the seeds under water overnight before sowing.

 

Disclaimer: In accordance with the universal custom of seed trade we give no warranty expressed or implied as to description, quality, productivity or any other matter of any way for the crop results beyond the purchased price especially under unsuitable season, abnormal weather, unsuitable soil and other unexpected conditions.

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