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Freeport Gardening Guide: Leeks

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Leeks

Leek Seeds, Autumn Giant:

Description: Midseason. This Western European heirloom leek is celebrated for its fine culinary qualities as well as its reliable, uniform growing ability. An exemplary variety, it was given an Award of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society. The RHS noted its uniform stems with resistance to bolting and bulbiness. Try this traditional European heirloom in Vichyssoise, potato and leek pie, gratins, and more! Leaves are medium green with a thick white shank that is medium in length, about 18 inches long.

Autumn Giant Leek crisscrossing on wooden background

 

Leek Seeds, Bulgarian Giant:

Description: A long thin leek of the best quality; light green leaves. Fine autumn variety that is popular in Europe.

Close-up of Monik holding Bulgarian Giant Leek.

 

Leek Seeds, Carentan:

Description: Long, thick (2 inches across), vigorous, and fast growing; delicate, deliciously mild flavor; great fresh or cooked. The Carentan leek was mentioned by Vilmorin in 1885. An old European favorite that is becoming rare. Very adaptable and yields are good.

Gardener's hand holding Carentan Leek just harvested from the garden.