Leek Golem (Allium ampeloprasum var. porrum) – 100 Robust Vegetable Seeds

2020-08-15T13:55:31+02:00

Price: 2.29

Description:
Allium ampeloprasum var. porrum, commonly known as Leek Golem, is a hardy, long-stalked leek variety prized for its thick, tender white stems and mild onion-like flavor. Leek Golem is perfect for soups, stews, and a variety of culinary uses, adding subtle depth and aroma to dishes.

This vigorous leek variety performs well in cooler climates and produces uniform, straight stalks ideal for harvest.

Usage:
Perfect for vegetable gardens, raised beds, and kitchen gardens. Use fresh in cooking, especially in soups, casseroles, and side dishes.

Sowing Time:

Sow indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost or directly outdoors after frost risk passes.

Transplant seedlings when they reach 15 cm (6 inches) tall.

Germination:

Germinates in 7–14 days at 18–22°C (64–72°F).

Sow seeds shallowly and keep soil moist.

Soil Requirements:

Prefers deep, fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.

Soil pH 6.0–7.0 ideal.

Light Requirements:

Full sun for best growth.

Watering:

Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells.

Avoid waterlogging.

Planting Tips:

Space plants 15 cm (6 inches) apart in rows 30 cm (12 inches) apart.

Hill soil around stalks as they grow to blanch the stems.

Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

Height & Spread:

Grows 40–60 cm (16–24 inches) tall.

Spread about 10–15 cm (4–6 inches).

Additional Info:
Leek Golem is a dependable and robust variety, well-suited for home gardeners and small-scale growers. Its thick stalks and mild flavor make it a versatile vegetable for many dishes.

The package contains 1 g. Around 100 seeds.

Allium porrum