Leek

Renee's Garden - German heirloom leek that grows tall and straight with long, sturdy, fine-flavored white stalks and hearty green tops. Holds very well in the garden for easy, extended harvesting.  Characteristics:  Organic Strong growers with tender white stalks  A sweet, mild onion flavor    Instructions - It is best to start indoors: Sow seeds 1 inch apart in a container of seed starting mix, cover 1/2 inch deep, and firm soil over seeds. Keep moist and provide a strong light source until seedlings are ready to plant out. Seeds germinate sporadically over 2 to 3 weeks and grow slowly at first. Once seedlings are 3 or 4 inches tall, transplant them 4 to 6 inches apart into well-worked, fertile soil in full sun. To get long-shanked leeks, plant seedlings down deep into the soil, so tips stick up 2 inches above ground level. To start outdoors, sow seeds in well-worked fertile soil in the full sun. Space seeds 1 inch apart in rows 8 to 10 inches apart, or broadcast thinly for bed planting. Cover 1/2 inch deep and firm soil well over seeds; keep the soil moist to ensure good germination. Plant leeks in early spring and again in midsummer for fall and winter use. Long-growing leeks need rich fertile soil, so add lots of compost or aged manure before planting, and fertilize several times over the growing season. Weed leeks carefully when young, and mulch to conserve soil moisture.  Plant In: February-April / July-August  Full sun  Plant 1/2" deep  Space seeds 1" apart  Days to germinate: 14-21 days  Days to Harvest: 10 Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability. 

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange -King Sieg Leek. Stable cross of King Richard and Siegfried, from grower Beth Rasgorshek. Short, thick shanks (3 x 6 in.) with blue-green leaves. Good variety for overwintering. (14 g), 84 days, Allium ampeloprasum This is an Open Source Seed Initiative variety. The OSSI pledge: "You have the freedom to use these OSSI-Pledged seeds in any way you choose. In return, you pledge not to restrict others’ use of these seeds or their derivatives by patents or other means, and to include this pledge with any transfer of these seeds or their derivatives." Characteristics:  Stalks grow to 15-20 inches Blue-green leaves Sweet and flavorfulGood for short seasons Very tolerant of cold 84 days from transplant 1g, ~500 Seeds per packet  Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow. Sow Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost Germinate 5-7 days Plants 6" apart Plant Rows 12-24" apart  Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

High Mowing Seeds - Exceptional winter leek with highly uniform, stocky, dark green shafts that size up well and hold into the fall. Plants have reliable, vigorous growth and impressive field resistance to disease. Well adapted to many regions; can be overwintered in mild climates. We have seen good field resistance to leaf blights. Excellent open-pollinated variety for both the home garden and for commercial production. Characteristics:  Winter crop Uniform size Open-Pollinated 100 Seeds per packet 110 days to maturity Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow. Sow Indoors: 6-8 weeks before the last frost Germinate 7-14 days Plants 6-12" apart Plant Rows 12-24" apart  Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - American Flag Leak or Broad London - The standard variety for home gardens. Stems average 1½ x 8-10 in., well-blanched from the base upward. Good variety for overwintering, hardy to at least 10°F, 130 Days, Allium ampeloprasum Characteristics:  Stalks grow to 15-20 inches Sweet and flavorful Good for short seasons Very tolerant of cold 130 days from transplant 3g, ~1,000 Seeds per packet  Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow. Sow Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost Germinate 5-7 days Plants 6" apart Plant Rows 12-24" apart  Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Winter leek with stocky, dark green shafts that size up well and hold into the fall. High Mowing Organic Seeds - A favorite of growers in the Northeast for its vigorous growth and good resistance to disease. Well adapted to many regions; overwinters in mild climates. Good field resistance to leaf blights. Characteristics:  Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated  Uniform size  Winter crop  110 days  100 seeds per packet  Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow. Plant 1/4" deep  Germinate 7-14 days Plants 6" apart Plant Rows: 24" apart  Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Lyon) English historic variety that first appeared in American catalogs at the end of the 1880s. Very hardy 36" tall plants with thick, solid, pure-white base. Even with its large size, the stalk retains its tenderness and mild flavor. 110-135 days from transplant. ±10,600 seeds/oz.  Characteristics:  Stalks grow to 36 inches Base is pure-white Mild flavor and tender 110-135 days from transplant 100 seeds per packet  Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow.  Sow Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost Germinate 5-7 days Plants 6" apart Plant Rows 12-24" apart  Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Scotch Flag) Scottish variety was introduced in the early 1800s. Enormous leeks that are 9-15" long by 2-3" in diameter. Tender white stalks, dark blue-green fan-shaped leaves. The mild flavor stands winter well. Good buncher for market gardens. 80-150 days from transplant. ±9,700 seeds/oz. Characteristics:  Stalks grow to 9-15 inches long Stalks grow to 2-3 inches in diameter Very tolerant of cold Mild flavor 80-150 days from transplant ±9,700 seeds/oz 100 Seeds per packet  Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow.  Sow Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost Germinate 5-7 days Plants 6" apart Plant Rows 12-24" apart  Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - Beautiful yellow-green leaves, a mild taste, and a wide, thick edible white shank have long made this leek a popular variety in Europe. Described by the French seed house Vilmorin-Andrieux as early as 1856, this rare historic variety was acquired by Seed Savers Exchange member William Woys Weaver of Pennsylvania while traveling in Alsace, France. 100-120 days. Characteristics:  Organic 100-120 days 100 Seeds per packet  Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow.  Sow Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost Germinate 5-7 days Plants 6" apart Plant Rows 12-24" apart  Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability