Organically grown leek seed, this hardy autumn to winter variety produces thick white stems with a delicious flavour, perfect for soups and stews.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: January-February indoors, outdoors Mach-April When to Harvest: October-January indoors outdoors November-February Soil Type: Rich, well drained Advice: Earth up the stem in autumn for extra whiteness Packet Contents: Average 400 seedsLatin name: Allium porrumTransplanting: Will need transplanting Johnsons' 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.
Johnsons Leek Autumn Mammoth 2 Snowstar Seeds are a heavy yielding selection that are good at resisting frost. This type of leek is ideal for exhibition as well as in the kitchen since it produces thick, sturdy white stems. A good source of vitamin C, vitamin K, folate and iron these leeks work well sauteed, steamed or baked in soups or pies.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 February For outdoor sowing - March to AprilWhen To Harvest: For indoor sowing - October to DecemberFor 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 porrumTransplanting: If sowing indoors will need to be transplanted outdoorsJohnsons' 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.
An 'ageless' favourite producing think, medium length, tender stems with broad leaves A very hardy and reliable variety A healthy meal on its own or as an addition to another dish Produces a good crops .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: Indoors January-February, outdoors March-AprilWhen To Harvest: Indoors October-December, outdoors November to March Soil Type: Rich, well drained Advice: Survives well in cold weather Packet Contents: Average 500 seedsLatin name: Allium porumTransplanting: Will need transplanting Johnsons' 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.
Leek Musselburgh is a very hardy and exceptionally fine strain of this popular mid season variety
Reliable and flavoursome Organic Leek 'Carentan' provides a wonderful autumn and winter crop of thick, straight stems, perfect for adding to warming winter stews, soups and casseroles. These generous white and tender stems can reach up to 5cm (2in) thick then fully mature, and are topped with an attractive display of blue-green foliage.
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.
Peforms outstandingly whether sown early or late and does well over a long season. Leek Autumn Giant 2 Argenta matures in October, yet stands ready for harvest right through to May, giving high quality, thick, long and very heavy stems, of excellent mild flavour and yield with few bolters. NIAB Recommended.
An excellent Leek giving mid green, erect foliage, and heavy, uniform stems. Leek Autumn Giant 3 Porvite also features resistance to bulbiness and bolting, as well as high rust tolerance. Seeds in the RHS Vegetable Collection, this leek also has good standing ability in the garden
The ideal choice if you want a great autumn harvest of long, white stems which don?t become rounded or bulb-like at the base.
If you can't wait for the autumn leek harvest, use Leek Lincoln to bring your crops into summer! An early spring sowing will lead to medium sized clean white shanks for picking in late summer. With little risk of bolting and inbuilt disease resistance, it also stands well in the soil for harvest right through autumn - if you have the restraint to leave some of the tender, full flavoured shanks in the ground that long!
A visually stunning leek with great flavour. Ideal for the show bench and the kitchen. This British-bred maincrop leek variety shows excellent winter hardiness, allowing for harvests through December to March. The blue-green leaves turn a stunning shade of purple as the coldest winter temperatures set in. Brighten up your winter veg patch and your winter dinner plate with the prettiest leek in our collection.
A very tasty, high yielding variety which offers good tolerance to the cold and therefore can be sown slightly earlier in the season than other varieties. Offers excellent uniformity, vigour and good disease resistance, particularly to rust. To harvest, simply pull as and when required by carefully lifting with a fork.