Allium porrum
A popular early strain with long, thick white stems of fine flavour.
How To Grow
Sow 1.5cm deep in a seed bed. Transplant to final growing positions when seedlings are 5-10cm tall, taking care to avoid damage to the roots. Make holes 15cm deep and 15cm apart, allowing 30cm between rows. Drop a plant into each hole and water it in. Do NOT firm soil round the plant.
When To Plant
All year as required.
Harvest
All year as required.
Sow
Spring, Summer, Autumn