Allium porrum Native to Egypt and the Levant, now spread to every Northern corner of Europe and widely adapted to the coldest growing regions of the world. Some varieties form bulbs surrounding the base plate in the second year, forming perennial clumps that can be autumn stored (‘Elephant Garlic’), or divided and replanted for fast growing late winter leeks. Leeks are more disease free than onions; reliable winter food. Seeds Per Packet: 400 Seeds Per Ounce: 10,000
Belgian Breeder's Winter Mix This came to me unsolicited from a fellow breeder years ago--a beautiful F6 population of winter leeks, ready for selection into varieties with distinct traits. I'm passing this opportunity on to others in this F7 population, a wondrous blend of leek colors, leaf widths, shaft lengths and diameters. This is a real gift to the organic community at a time when OP leeks are disappearing and their qua... pricing and more
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Blue Solaise Wide, deep blue-blue-green leaves with 4-6" stems 2-3" or more in diameter. Cold weather is when these leeks excel, and it brings out an intense violet hue in many of the plants. This is a 19th century heirloom cultivar from France, handed on to us by Village Farm in Ashland, Oregon, three years ago. Such is the pace of biennial seeds. Makes a great soup with parsley and potatoes. Sow seed in fla... pricing and more
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Delft NEW FOR 2018! Winter leeks with long well-wrapped shafts, strong upright leaves, and a melting tender quality with light saute. Slices turn a bright green with cooking, very appealing. pricing and more
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