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Growing Leeks (allium porrum)

Easy to grow. Bring on in seed trays, then plant out seedlings. Sow seed at a depth approximately three times the diameter of the seed.
Best planted at soil temperatures between 8°C and 30°C.

Leeks prefer moist clay soils. Keep soil moist and loose, mulch will help.

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Culinary hints - cooking and eating Leeks

Trim off the roots and any damaged leaves.
Young ones can be used whole with some of the green leaves
Wash thoroughly as the earth tends to get inside.
Chop and fry in butter (or olive oil) until tender.
Can be added to casserole meals, allowing time to cook through.
Leek and mushroom make a tasty combination for a tart filling.

Your comments and tips

13 Jan 08 Liz (Unknown climate)
A tip I read recently but cannot remember the source - use small cardboard tubes, one over each seedling and filled with loose soil, to earth-up the leeks and keep more of the stem white.

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