Leeks Large American Flag (120 Days)

120 DAYS
Allium ampeloprasum

Large American Flag leeks offer a mild and delicate onion flavour that truly shines in hearty dishes. These leeks produce long, vibrant green stalks with a crisp texture, making them a delightful addition to your vegetable garden. They thrive in cooler weather and can be harvested over a long period, providing fresh flavour for soups, stews, and more.

Size: Mature plants typically reach 12 to 18 in. tall and up to 2 in. in diameter.

Yield: Expect a generous harvest, with multiple leeks per plant over an extended season.

Taste: Offers a sweet, mild onion flavour that enhances many dishes without overwhelming.

How to use: Ideal for soups, stews, or grilled on the barbecue. Can be used both fresh and cooked.

Planting tips: Sow seeds indoors 8 to 10 weeks before the last frost or direct sow into well-drained soil when soil temperatures are consistently above 10C. Space seeds approximately 6 to 8 inches apart and harvest as needed.

Harvest tips: Leeks are ready for harvest when stalks are thick and about 1 to 2 in. in diameter; pull up carefully to avoid breaking the plant.