Thompson & Morgan Seeds
Leek Northern Lights F1 Hybrid (National Trust Range)
This British-bred maincrop leek variety shows excellent winter hardiness, allowing for harvests through October to March. The blue-green leaves turn a…
This British-bred maincrop leek variety shows excellent winter hardiness, allowing for harvests through October to March. The blue-green leaves turn a stunning shade of purple as the coldest winter temperatures set in.
Sowing Info
Sow thinly, March-April, 1cm (½in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart in soil which has been raked to a fine tilth.
Growing Info
Carefully lift when plants are large enough to handle and transplant to 23-25cm (9-10in) apart in the row and 45cm (18in) between rows, using a trowel or dibber and water in. Keep watered during dry weather. Earth up the stems during the growing season to increase the length of the blanched stem.
Aftercare Info
- Number of seeds:
- 45
- Harvesting time:
- January to April