American Flag - Organic Leek Seeds

Start seed indoors 8–10 weeks before transplanting into the garden. Leeks grow slowly from seed and are usually started as transplants. Optimum soil temperature for germination is about 70°F. Transplant to the garden 2–4 weeks before your average last frost date. Set seedlings deeply & hill soil around the stems through the growing season to blanch the shanks. Harvest when stems are well sized, trimming roots & outer leaves after pulling. In many areas, leeks can remain in the garden through light frosts and even into winter with mulch protection.

Scientific name: allium ampeloprasum
Days to maturity: 80-120
Seed depth: 1/4"
Days to sprout: 10-14
Plant spacing: 3-6"
Row spacing: 18-24"
Light requirements: sunny
Plant height: 15-18"
Life cycle: biennial
Frost hardy: yes