Allium porrum Native to Egypt and the Levant, now spread to every Northern corner of Europe and widely adapted to the coldest growing regions of the world. Some varieties form bulbs surrounding the base plate in the second year, forming perennial clumps that can be autumn stored (‘Elephant Garlic’), or divided and replanted for fast growing late winter leeks. Leeks are more disease free than onions; reliable winter food. Seeds Per Packet: 300 Seeds Per Ounce: 8650
Blue Solaise Wide, deep blue-blue-green leaves with 4-6" stems 2-3" or more in diameter. Cold weather is when these leeks excel, and it brings out an intense violet hue in many of the plants. This is a 19th century heirloom cultivar from France, handed on to us by Village Farm in Ashland, Oregon, three years ago. Such is the pace of biennial seeds. Makes a great soup with parsley and potatoes. Sow seed in fla... pricing and more
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Delft Winter leeks with long well-wrapped shafts, strong upright leaves, and a melting tender quality with light saute. Slices turn a bright green with cooking, very appealing. pricing and more
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Shades of Belgian Blue From the Belgian Breeders Mix, a broadleaf blue-blushed winter leek, selected especially for resistance to rust, which seems to be an increasing problem in both leek and garlic around here. Still plenty of genetic diversity for further selection in your own location, but this population has a strong expression of blue (to purple) pigments, w... pricing and more
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