Success in Growing and Harvesting Leek: Remember leek is a long season crop. There is NO rush to get seeds sown NOW! There are 2 types of leeks dependingon when you wish to harvest. Early to Mid Season ( sow Feb to early March) and Mid to Late season (sow Mid February to late March). Unless growing for exhibition then sowing starts December and early January! Do not plant in nitrogen rich soil (especially if the area had grass clipping worked into the soil earlier in the year). Overcrowding as w

🌱Leek is usually grown as an annual crop, but it’s actually a true perennial! The roots of winter-hardy varieties can survive temperatures down to -20 to -30 F with protection. (Scientific name: Allium ampeloprasum). This variety is American Flag Leek. 🌱To start your perennial patch of leeks, sow twice as many seeds than you normally would. Thin or transplant seedlings 4-6 inches apart (6-9 per square foot). Leeks mature between 90-150 days depending on variety. ✅When it’s time to harvest, dig