Leek Giant Musselburgh seeds
large, cold-hardy, Scottish heirloom variety with thick, white stems and blue-green leaves.
Description
Leek Giant Musselburgh 150+ seeds
The Giant Musselburgh leek is a large, cold-hardy, Scottish heirloom variety with thick, white stems and blue-green leaves. It is named after the coastal town of Musselburgh and is popular for its mild flavor and reliability, making it a favorite for winter harvests. It is well-suited for soups, stews, and other hearty dishes and grows best in deep, fertile, and moist soil.
Method Sow direct or raise seedlings
Sowing Depth 5mm
Season Spring, summer and autumn
Germination 10-14 days @ 18-23°C
Hardiness / Life Cycle Hardy Biennial (usually grown as an annual)
Row Spacing 45cm
Plant Spacing 12cm
Position Full sun, moist soil
Days Until Maturity 120-150 days
*Notes: Keep well watered. Hill stems with soil to blanch and create longer stems.
