Johnsons Leek Bluegreen Winter Tadorna Seeds are a high yielding, disease tolerant variety, that are capable to withstand heavy frosts. Produces long white leeks with dark green, upright foliage which makes them easy to harvest and clean. High in vitamin K and low calorie, this makes an excellent addition to soups, pies or simply grilled. From their versatility to their abundance of nutrients, stem vegetables are a delicious and healthy choice to add to your garden. The term ôstem vegetablesö might be new to you, but they are quite literally the edible above-ground stems of plants which are treated as vegetables. From asparagus to leeks, celery to rhubarb, you can enjoy vegetables that are entirely edible with little waste, a great option for sustainable living! Grow stem vegetables preferably in full sun, though they will tolerate partial shade.Characteristics:When to Sow: For indoor sowing - January to MarchFor outdoor sowing - April to MayWhen to Harvest: For indoor sowing - October to MarchFor outdoor sowing - November to MarchSoil Type: Rich, well drained soilAdvice: Earth up the stems in autumn for extra whitenessPacket Contents: Average 150 seedsLatin name: Allium porrumJohnsons' premium ranges of flower and vegetable packet seeds feature captivating flowers and authentic vegetables from around the world. No matter what the size of your growing space, either a spacious garden or a limited patio, the high quality of Johnsons' seeds cater for any needs.Explore more of our horticultural range; we have a wide selection of gardening essentials available from compost to plant pots Have a query or can't find something you're looking for? We receive new deliveries every week, so if the item you wish to purchase is currently out of stock, please contact our Customer Services Team and we may be able to reserve the items you require.Please note: Plants and seeds are classed as perishable goods and are excluded from our returns policy. This does not affect your statutory rights. See our Cancellation & Returns page for further details. In the unlikely event that you receive your goods damaged or you have been sent the incorrect item, please report your issues to our customer service team as soon as possible. Perishable goods cannot be returned unless we have sent the wrong item, or they are damaged.