American Flag Leek Seeds - Heirloom Non-GMO 300mg Packet

American Flag Leek is a classic heirloom variety prized for its mild, sweet flavor and versatile culinary use. This hardy biennial produces thick, white stalks with blue-green foliage that stand tall in the garden, adding architectural interest to vegetable beds. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, these easy-to-grow leeks are a rewarding addition to your home garden.

Use American Flag Leeks in soups, stews, and sautés, or enjoy them raw in salads. Their mild onion-like taste enhances a wide range of dishes without overpowering other flavors. This variety is also known for its cold hardiness, making it suitable for fall and winter harvests in many regions.

Plant Features

• Heirloom, non-GMO seeds
• Mild, sweet flavor
• Thick white stalks with blue-green leaves
• Cold-hardy and versatile
• Excellent for fresh eating and cooking

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Allium porrum
• Plant Type: Biennial grown as annual
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate, keep soil moist
• Growth Habit: Upright
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9
• Mature Height: 24-36 inches
• Spacing: 6-8 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow American Flag Leek seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface and keep moist until germination, which typically occurs in 10-14 days. Transplant seedlings outdoors when they are about 6 inches tall, spacing them 6-8 inches apart in rows 12-18 inches apart. Leeks benefit from consistent moisture and regular weeding. To blanch the stalks for a longer white portion, hill soil around the stems as they grow.

For a continuous harvest, make successive plantings every 3-4 weeks. Leeks are relatively pest-resistant but watch for onion thrips. Harvest when stalks reach desired size, typically 100-120 days after transplanting.

What's Included

300mg packet of American Flag Leek seeds (approximately 100-150 seeds).