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Leeks
General information
- Allium ampeloprasum, Leeks
- Allium family
- Sunlight: full sun.
- Soil conditions: well drained soil, high in organic matter.
- Best grown as a transplant.
- Blanch with soil to increase white shanks.
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Successful cultivars
- King Richard (75 days) Early, large, leeks with long white shanks.
- Lancelot (75 days) Disease tolerant and bolt resistant.
Common pests & diseases
- Leek Rust
- Blotch
- Powdery Mildew
- Thrips
- Leek Moths
This publication was created by Master Gardeners Rick Judd and Gail Hermenau. Photos courtesy of Gail Hermenau.
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