LEEK 'BULGARIAN GIANT' HEIRLOOM SEEDS

As the name suggests, Bulgarian Giant leek is a large variety of leek. The plants can grow up to 60cm tall, with thick stems that can reach up to 7cm in diameter, with the leaves being a blue-green colour. It has a mild, sweet flavour that is less pungent than other varieties of leek. Bulgarian Giant leek prefers cool, moist soil and partial shade. When to Plant Zone 1: September - March Zone 2: August - April Zone 3: January - March Zone 4: February - March Soil Leek can handle most soil types, but it should be free draining. Don’t over-fertilize the soil prior to planting leeks as this will make them more susceptible to frost damage. Mixing in compost will suffice. Soil pH Level 6.5-7.5 Position Shade tolerant, so a good crop to take up that less than ideal spot in the patch. How to Plant Propagate in seed trays and transplant a month after germination or sow directly to veggie patch when the temperature is above 7 degrees as they can become stunted by frost. Spacing 10-15 cm Depth 0.5-1cm Companion Plants Carrots Approximate no. of seeds 80-90 Note: We source all of our seeds locally and in small batches to ensure they remain at their maximum viability for germination…