LEEK TADORNA Seeds for Vibrant Gardening Premium Garden Seeds for Hearty Harvests

Leek Tadorna Seeds

Available Quantities:

• 100 seeds per pack
• 500 seeds per pack
• 1000 seeds per pack

Key Attributes:

• Mature Height: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with good moisture retention
• Uses: Ideal for soups, stews, stir-fries, and other culinary dishes due to its mild, sweet onion-like flavor

Product Overview:

Leek 'Tadorna' is a hardy, reliable variety known for its upright, blue-green leaves and long, thick stems. It is a cold-tolerant, slow-bolting variety, making it an excellent choice for fall and winter harvesting. Perfect for home gardens, it provides continuous harvests with minimal maintenance.

Planting Instructions:

Seed Preparation:

• No special treatment is required; ensure seeds are fresh and dry before planting.

Sowing:

• Indoors: Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date.
• Outdoors: Direct sow after the last frost when soil temperatures reach 50-70°F (10-21°C).
• Depth: Plant seeds ¼ inch (0.6 cm) deep in moist, fine soil.
• Spacing: Space seedlings 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) apart in rows 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) apart.

Germination:

• Time: Germination typically occurs within 10-14 days.
• Temperature: Optimal germination occurs at 60-75°F (15-24°C).
• Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.

Transplanting:

• When seedlings are 6-8 weeks old and reach 6 inches (15 cm) tall, they are ready for transplanting.
• Trench Method: Dig a 6-inch (15 cm) trench and place seedlings inside, gradually filling it in as they grow to encourage long, white stems.

Care and Maintenance:

• Watering: Maintain consistent moisture, especially during dry periods.
• Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer or compost to encourage healthy growth.
• Mulching: Use mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Blanching: Mound soil around the base of the plants as they grow to increase the length of the white stem.

Harvesting:

• Timing: Ready for harvest 100-120 days after sowing.
• Method: Gently pull leeks from the ground or use a garden fork to lift them.
• Storage: Store fresh leeks in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for long-term use.

Why Grow Leek Tadorna?

✔ Cold-Tolerant: Suitable for late-season harvesting.
✔ Easy to Grow: Requires minimal maintenance.
✔ Versatile Use: Adds rich flavor to soups, stews, and savory dishes.