Topic: Leeks

[Moggle]

I have extremely limited space in my flat for growing in pots/trays, so this year I am going to try direct sowing all my leeks.  I did a short row of direct sown leeks last year and they were the best ones I grew  :)

I didn't earth them up very well, so this year I think I will try digging a bit of a trench before sowing, and try to earth up as the season progresses.

[redimp]

As promised yonks ago.

Leeks in toilet roll tube:



Some dug - small but tasty:



Both photos should be the same size - don't know why they aren't.  ???

[Derekthefox]

Yes noted, I have started saving tubes, but will try and get plastic tube if I can ...

[powerspade]

I sow seeds in April then about late July when they are about 1/4" diameter I transplant into holes dibbed about 8" deepusing a old handle I alway top and tail them. By cutting the tap root this encourages the root to spreadout, I planted two varieties this year, the Lyon and musselburgh. Now in process of using them in stews, stuffing and in burgers yummy