Leeks will grow through the winter and mature in the spring. Plant leeks in full sun, in soil that is amended with plenty of compost and mix in a dry, high nitrogen fertilizer at planting time. Additionally, feed every 3-4 weeks with a liquid high nitrogen fertilizer. Leeks will grow nice and thick, and be very sweet with plenty of nitrogen.
Planting your 6 pack: IMPORTANT! Each Leek plant needs to be separated and planted 4 inches apart. Remove plants from the 6 pack cell, and gently tease apart the roots of each plant. Place each plant deeply into the soil so that just the tip is sticking out. This will help to form long white leeks.
Planting your 6 pack: IMPORTANT! Each Leek plant needs to be separated and planted 4 inches apart. Remove plants from the 6 pack cell, and gently tease apart the roots of each plant. Place each plant deeply into the soil so that just the tip is sticking out. This will help to form long white leeks.
Harvest when they are an inch or 2 in diameter in spring by carefully pulling them, roots and all, out of the soil. Make sure to pull them well before they bloom or they will form woody centers. Wash them well, first taking off the first layer to remove any soil. Slice into rings and saute in olive oil until caramelized. They make a tasty potato and leek soup, or quiche and even all them to pasta dishes.
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