Product description
Leeks are a popular vegetable that can be used as a side dish or to enhance soups and stews. They can be harvested in autumn and winter, when other vegetables are largely dormant. Leeks are a good source of iron and are rich in antioxidants and vitamins A, B6, C and K.
Leeks are hardy and can remain in the soil until needed, even during winter. They grow best in open ground but also work well in large pots, containers and raised beds.
Leek plants may blossom masses of tiny pale pink and white flowers the summer after harvesting. These appear as spherical clusters on top of tall stems and attract bees to the garden, which is useful for pollinating other crops. The flowers can be left to reseed for a crop the next year or removed to use as cut flowers or as food garnish.
This 8 cell tray is ready to be planted out in beds, borders, pots or containers.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Leek
Leek Carry Pack
Leek Carry Pack
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Product description
Leeks are a popular vegetable that can be used as a side dish or to enhance soups and stews. They can be harvested in autumn and winter, when other vegetables are largely dormant. Leeks are a good source of iron and are rich in antioxidants and vitamins A, B6, C and K.
Leeks are hardy and can remain in the soil until needed, even during winter. They grow best in open ground but also work well in large pots, containers and raised beds.
Leek plants may blossom masses of tiny pale pink and white flowers the summer after harvesting. These appear as spherical clusters on top of tall stems and attract bees to the garden, which is useful for pollinating other crops. The flowers can be left to reseed for a crop the next year or removed to use as cut flowers or as food garnish.
This 8 cell tray is ready to be planted out in beds, borders, pots or containers.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Remove flower stalks as they appear to prolong the harvesting season and prevent the plant from bolting.
How to Water
Water regularly until established and during dry spells of weather. Water the soil around the plant rather than aiming the flow at the foliage.
How to Plant
Weed the area thoroughly, dig in plenty of well-rotted organic matter, and plant leeks in full sun in well-draining soil. Create holes 15cm deep by 5cm wide and plant leeks deeply to ensure they produce long, white shanks. Remove the plant from the pot and trim the roots to around 2.5cm long. Stand the plant in the hole and fill it with water, allowing the soil to settle around the roots. Leave 10-20cm between plants.
