Leek - Malabar Seeds, Mr Fothergill's

Malabar Leek. This variety is heavy cropping with very broad shanks and good tolerance to rust. Quick to grow and early maturing with excellent flavour.

Attributes

Light Requirement: Full Sun
Planting Method: Start Indoors
Growth Habit: Sturdy
Days to Emergence: 10 - 12
Days to Harvest 90
Height: 50 - 100cm (20 - 39in)

How to Grow

Leeks are a long season plant so start seed indoors in February and early March. Sow the seed 7mm (1/4in) deep in a soil-less medium and keep at 20 C (68 F) during germination and growth. Transplant seedlings outside later in the spring when they are around 20cm (8in) tall. Space the transplants 10-15cm (4-6in) apart in rows 30-45cm (12-18in) apart. Seed can also be sown directly into the garden in April through June.