Early Yellowrocket (Barbarea verna)
Early Yellowrocket (Barbarea verna) is a biennial herb with edible leaves and bright yellow flowers, often grown as a culinary green.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist.
Soil
Prefers well-drained, fertile loam. Tolerates a range of soil types but performs best in rich, moist soil.
Temperature
Grows best in cool to moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Benefits from regular feeding.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
At least 6 hours of direct sunlight is ideal for best growth.
Keep soil consistently moist.
Water regularly, especially in dry periods. Avoid waterlogging.
Prefers well-drained, fertile loam. Tolerates a range of soil types but performs best in rich, moist soil.
Grows best in cool to moderate temperatures.
Ideal range is 10-20 °C.
Outdoor
Benefits from regular feeding.
Use balanced fertilizer or compost tea during the growing season.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Vegetable, Flowering
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Biennials
Plant Height
0.3-0.6 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None in mild climates
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Lobed
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderBrassicales
- familyBrassicaceae
- genusBarbarea
- speciesBarbarea verna
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
Leaves and flowers are edible. Other parts are not typically consumed and have no significant toxicity.