Leek Musselburgh Seeds: Grow Long, Cold-Hardy Stalks for Winter Delights
Craving fresh, sweet leeks in winter? Look no further than Leek Musselburgh! This high-yielding variety thrives in UK gardens, offering:
- Long, succulent shanks: Perfect for soups, stews, and stir-fries.
- Resilient cold tolerance: Enjoy leeks well into winter.
- Good rust resistance: Fewer worries, more harvests.
- Easy to grow: Ideal for gardeners of all levels.
Grow Your Own Winter Feast
- Sowing (Feb-Apr): Start indoors in deep cells or sow directly outdoors (May-Jun). Keep soil warm (18°C) for fast germination (7-14 days).
- Planting Out (Apr-May): Get an early harvest by starting under glass and transplanting when frost-free. For outdoor sowing, transplant seedlings once stems thicken.
- Spacing & Care: Plant 15cm deep, 20cm apart, with rows 30cm apart. Water well, weed regularly, and mound soil around stalks for extra white tenderness.
- Harvest & Savour: Enjoy homegrown leeks from mid-summer to late fall. Simply dig up plants when they reach pencil thickness.
Tips for Beginners
- Use a dibber for easy, deep planting.
- Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Don’t be afraid to ask experienced gardeners for help!
Order Leek Musselburgh Seeds today and bring on the winter leeks!
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