Leek, American Flag Organic Seeds

Allium ampeloprasum

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Leek, American Flag Organic Seeds

Allium ampeloprasum

$3.49

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Product Information

The American Flag Leek is an edible allium species closely related to onions and shallots.

This leek variety has large, white stems that often measure 8 to 10 inches long and 2 inches across.

These leek seeds are a popular choice for kitchen gardens. The stems are tender and have excellent flavor, making them ideal for fresh consumption or cooked in soups!

To use leeks, cut off their roots (the very tip of their white stems) and then dice, slice and/or mash them in any way you'd like.

Leeks are cold tolerant. This cold-tolerant variety takes the flavor of onions to a whole new level.

Sku: 9777

Vendor: Ferry-Morse

Common Name: Leek

Growing Information

Safe
for Bees

Grows
Best In:

Full Sun

Days to
Germination:

10 - 15 Days

Days to
Maturity:

130 - 150 Days

Growing Height:

12 - 30"

Water
Needs:

Moist (2 in / week)

Key Features

Botanical Name: Allium ampeloprasum

Flavor: Sweet.

Preparation Ideas: Leeks make a great, subtle addition to soup.

Plant Type: Vegetable

Plant Lifecycle: Annual

Pelleted Seed Count: 200 - 250

Fill Weight (grams): 0.7

Landscape Use: Edible Garden

Disease Resistance: Deer Resistance|Rabbit Resistance|Black Walnut Resistance|Voles Resistance

Tolerance: Cold Tolerant|Cold Tolerant

Growing Season(s): Spring|Summer

Harvest/Bloom Season(s): Spring|Summer

Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"

Instructions

You can start American Flag Leek seeds indoors in a sunny location 8 weeks before the last frost. (Plants about 6" tall will transplant best) or you can sow leek seeds directly in the garden every 2" and cover with soil; thin to 4" apart when 4" tall. Note: As leeks mature, they should be earthed up and blanched like celery.

Planting Depth: 0.25 - 0.5"

Seed Spacing: Sow American Flag Leek seeds roughly 4" apart in rows, keeping rows approximately 15" apart

Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.

Suggestions

Leeks need a long growing season to reach full size. A leek can be left in the ground until a hard freeze or pulled when mature and stored in a cool area.