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Carentan Leek Seeds

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Carentan Leeks

SKU: LK6-250

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Country Of Origin: France France

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Price: $3.00

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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.

Lot No: 102688

Germination: 85%

Test Date: 08/2025

Seeds Per Pound: 144,000

Plant Height: 8 to 18” Tall

Planting Season: Spring

Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun

Planting Method: Direct Sow/Indoor Sow

Leeks Allium ampeloprasum

Seed Depth

Soil Temp. for Germination

Days to Germination

Sunlight Requirements

Planting Time

1/4"

70 F to 75 F

7 to 10 days

Full Sun

Spring

USDA Hardiness Zone

Seed Spacing

Row Spacing

Space After Thinning

Days to Harvest

N/A

18"

3 - 4"

70 - 130 days

Leek Planting Information:

The leek is like a bulb onion. It is grown for its fleshy stem. It is a mellow onion and can be substituted for any onion and asparagus recipe. Leek seeds should be planted indoors 50 to 60 days before the last frost. You can also plant seeds directly in the garden as soon as the soil can be worked. Keep free from weeds. You need long sunny days to grow large leeks. Plants grow 8 - 18" tall.

Soil Requirements:

Requires fertile soil in a well-drained location in the garden. Apply mulch. grass clippings, or straw around the base of the plant.

Water Requirements:

Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Water well during dry and hot spells.

Fertilizer Requirements:

Use Slow Release (6 Month) Fertilizer when transplanting outdoors. Apply Miracle-Gro Liquid Fertilizer every two weeks.

Harvest Tips:

Harvest when leeks are ½" in diameter.

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