Leeks

140 days. Allium ampeloprasum. Open Pollinated. American Flag Leeks. The plant produces excellent yields of very flavorful leeks. Used in soups, stir-fries, stews, and salads. Also known as Giant Musselburg Leek and Scotch Flag Leek. Suitable for greenhouse production. An excellent choice for home gardens, greenhouses, market growers, and open field production. An heirloom variety dating back to 1870. United States Department of Agriculture, G 29243. A variety from the USA.

95 days. Allium ampeloprasum. Open Pollinated. Carentan Leek. The plant produces heavy yields of leeks. The plant has dark green leaves and white, tender stalks. It has a delicious mild flavor. Used in soups, stews, and salads. Also known as Large Rouen Leek. This is a vigorous and fast growing variety. The Carentan leek came to the United States in the 1800s and became commercially available in the 1880s. Also known as Mostruoso di Carentan Leek and Improved Swiss Giant Leek. Suitable for spring and fall planting. Excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, W6 14004. An 1879 heirloom variety from France.

105 days. Allium ampeloprasum. Open Pollinated. Giant Musselburgh Leek. The plant produces high yields of huge leeks. It is pure white, very sweet, delicious, and tender. It grows to 2 to 3" in diameter and 12 to 18" tall. Used in soups, stews, and salads. It's one of the best winter hardy leeks you can grow. Also known as Scotch Flag Leek. Cold Tolerant. Excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 546065. An 1834 heirloom from Edinburgh, Scotland.

110 days. Allium ampeloprasum. Open Pollinated. Prizetaker Leek. The plant produces excellent yields of pure white leeks. This high quality leek is tender and has a mild flavor. The stalks are very tall and retain flavor even when stalks are fully grown. Used in soups, stews, and salads. This variety holds well over the winter. Cold Tolerant. Also known as Lyon Leek. An excellent choice for home gardens. An 1800s heirloom variety from England.

65 days. Lactuca sativa. Open Pollinated. Winter Density Lettuce. The plant produces heavy yields of dark green romaine lettuce. Leaves are tightly folded and have a sweet flavor. It is a cross between a butterhead and romaine. Heads sit high on the stem for good airflow. Heat Tolerant. Frost Tolerant. Slow to bolt. You can grow year-round with winter protection in cold climates. Also known as Craquerelle du Midi Lettuce and Winter Gem Lettuce. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 536774. A 19th-century heirloom from France.