Leeks 'American Flag' (Allium porrum) $4.99 | 4-inch pot
🌿 Quick Facts: • Type: Hardy Leek • Days to Harvest: 120-155 days • Height: 24-30 inches • Spread: 6-8 inches
🧅 Stem Details: • Size: 12-15 inch stalks • Color: White to pale green • Flavor: Mild, sweet onion • Use: Soups, roasting, braising
☀️ Growing Requirements: • Sun: Full sun • Water: Regular moisture • Soil: Rich, well-draining • Spacing: 6 inches apart
🌱 Plant Care: • Spring: Early planting • Summer: Blanch stems • Support: None needed • Disease Resistance: Good
🤝 Companion Planting: • Perfect paired with:
Carrots
Celery
Beets
Herbs
✨ Unique Characteristics: • Cold hardy • Long harvest period • Winter vegetable • Reliable producer • Classic variety
💚 Finding Nectar Difference: Grown from seed in living soil without systemic pesticides, ensuring healthy root development. Our 4-inch pots promote strong root systems for better production and plant health.
🌿 Growing Tips: • Plant deep • Hill for blanching • Keep well watered • Harvest after frost