Organic Giant Musselburg Leek Seeds

This is one of the best leek varieties out there! It is very winter-hardy with a great mild flavor. The enormous stalks grow up to 16" long and remain tender! 200 seeds. Non-GMO

Sowing: Start leeks indoors 2-3 months before the last frost of spring, sowing them 1/4" deep in a flat. Keep the temperature 60-70 degrees F. When they reach a height of 2", transplant the seedlings to separate pots. Transplant them to the garden in rich soil and full sun, about a week after the last spring frost; the plants will be 6-12" tall. Dig holes 1-2' apart and deep enough so that the plant only emerges several inches from the soil; water the seedlings and fill the hole with loose dirt. For companion planting benefits, plant leeks with celery, onions, or carrots.

Growing: As leeks mature, most gardeners blanch the stalks them by mounding up dirt or mulch around them. This technique gives the leeks improved flavor and also allows them to grow well past the first frosts of fall. Keep the soil evenly moist and apply compost or organic matter once a month, since leeks thrive in very rich soil.