Buzzy Organic De Carentan 2 Autumn Leek Seeds 1.5g

Buzzy Organic De Carentan 2 Autumn Leek Seeds

Overview

Buzzy Organic De Carentan 2 Leek Seeds produce a dependable late leek for autumn and winter harvesting. The hardy plants stand well in cold conditions and the crop is also suitable for freezing.

Key Features

• Certified organic seed.
• Hardy late-season leek.
• Suitable for autumn and winter harvesting.
• Crop can be prepared and frozen for later use.

Sowing Instructions

• Sow outdoors: Late March to mid-May in a seedbed.
• Transplant when seedlings are approximately pencil thick.
• Plant into deep holes to encourage longer blanched stems.
• Water plants in after transplanting.

Growing Conditions and Care

• Position: Full sun.
• Soil: Fertile, deeply cultivated and moisture retentive.
• Keep the crop well weeded and water in dry weather.
• Leeks can be grown near strawberries, cabbage, carrots or celery.

Harvest and Kitchen Use

• Harvest Period: October–January.
• Lift stems as required through autumn and winter.
• Use in soups, stews, gratins and savoury dishes.

Product Details

• Botanical Name: Allium porrum
• Type: Organic hardy biennial grown as an annual
• Height: Approximately 80 cm
• Pack size: Approximately 1.5 g

Browse organic leek and winter vegetable seeds from Mallorn Gardening Supplies for Irish gardens and allotments.