Leek Giant Musselburgh seeds

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.