{"product_id":"200-american-flag-leek-seeds-heirloom-allium-ampeloprasum","title":"200 American Flag Leek Seeds – Heirloom Allium ampeloprasum","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmerican Flag Leek is a classic heirloom variety prized for its mild, sweet flavor and versatility in the kitchen. This hardy biennial, botanically known as \u003cem\u003eAllium ampeloprasum\u003c\/em\u003e, produces thick, tender stalks with a subtle onion-garlic taste that enhances soups, stews, and sautés. Its upright, blue-green foliage adds architectural interest to vegetable gardens and raised beds. American Flag Leek is a reliable performer in cool weather and can be harvested throughout fall and winter in many regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, these seeds offer an economical way to grow your own gourmet leeks. Start them indoors or direct sow for a continuous supply of fresh, homegrown flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom variety with mild, sweet flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick, tender white stalks with blue-green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for soups, stews, and fresh cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy biennial that tolerates cool temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive upright growth habit in the garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allium ampeloprasum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biennial (usually grown as annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil consistently moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, clumping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer (if left to flower)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65-75°F (18-24°C), light needed for germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-8 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart American Flag Leek seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix, keep moist, and provide bottom heat for best germination. Once seedlings are sturdy, harden them off and transplant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Space plants 6-8 inches apart in rows 12-18 inches apart. For a continuous harvest, sow seeds successionally every 3-4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeeks require consistent moisture and benefit from a layer of mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Hill soil around the stems as they grow to blanch the lower stalks for a longer white section. Fertilize lightly with a balanced organic fertilizer every 4-6 weeks. Harvest when stalks reach desired size, typically 100-120 days from transplanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e200 American Flag Leek seeds (\u003cem\u003eAllium ampeloprasum\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67776121635126,"sku":"FOLIA-205","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6697248269_tp6b.jpg?v=1792467938","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/200-american-flag-leek-seeds-heirloom-allium-ampeloprasum","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}