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FREE: 50 Heirloom American Flag Leeks Broad Scotch *Free Recipe Included!

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50 Heirloom Leek Seeds!
Broad Scotch - London Flag Variety
*Heirloom Plants

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London flag leeks grow large, thick, with white stalks and are slightly bulberous (fun word) at base. Shanks up to 8 in. long and 2 in. in diameter. Mild onion flavor

A cool weather crop, they are at their best when day temperatures are below 75 degrees F.

Leeks may be planted from seed 4 to 6 weeks before the average date of the last frost or from transplants in the fall. Transplants may be set out in early spring to mid summer.Plant in full sun in rich, well-drained soil that has been amended with 1lb of complete fertilizer per 100 sqare feet. If planting seeds, do so shallowly, at only 1/8 of an inch, then thin to 9 inches apart. If setting out transplants, dig holes 6 inches deep and 9 inches apart. A double row will help save space.

Drop the leeks into the holes, but do not fill with soil. Water will collapse soil into holes over time and leeks will position themselves.

*Keep leeks watered and never let them completely dry out.

*Leeks grow well with most plants. The pungent odor emitted by the leeks confuses and repels insect pests. In addition, if you allow a few leeks to go to blossom and go to seed, the blooms will attract beneficial insects, which will further protect a nearby plant. Leeks also make good companion plants for carrots and celery. Be sure to keep a few seeds for next harvest.

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Questions & Comments
Original
Im tellin you,,, my entire garden has your name on it lol lol... those plants look beautiful!!!
Jan 17th, 2011 at 7:19:31 PM PST by
Original
Cheers tettymurry. I know. veggies are so easy to grow. You don't need a lot of space either. There are plenty of patio container gardens that I've marveled over. There are folks out there that are called 'One foot Gardeners' because, they like to grow things in a one foot space. I have a few patio containers closer to the house that I've planted the holy trinity in (basil, one tomato plant, one bell pepper). Most veggie plants don't need much space.
Jan 18th, 2011 at 10:46:14 PM PST by
Original
I can smell them already!
Jan 18th, 2011 at 7:52:25 PM PST by
Original
They're really a hardy variety. Easy breezy to grow too. You'll definitely enjoy them. Be sure to keep the soil moist during germiniation.
Jan 18th, 2011 at 10:31:01 PM PST by
Original
I cant wait... lord i hope i win the bid :) that would be a new plant for me... i have planted green onions but never leek... fun garden this year...
Jan 19th, 2011 at 10:29:47 AM PST by
Original
Leeks take a bit longer to grow than green onions but, they're worth the wait. Leeks have a milder onion flavour and you sure get alot out of one leek. Just be sure to spead the leak apart when cleaning it. Leeks are notorious for hidden dirt in the leaves. Somehow it gets trapped between the leaves pretty good.
Jan 20th, 2011 at 5:13:58 PM PST by
Original
thank you again for sharing your knowledge...you great... note taken
Jan 21st, 2011 at 11:30:47 AM PST by
Original
Awe shucks, you flatter me with your kindness. Cheers Tettymurry!
Jan 22nd, 2011 at 10:56:01 PM PST by

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