High-Quality Leek Stamford Seeds for Gardening: Premium Vegetable Seeds for Home Gardeners

Leek 'Stamford' Seeds – Growing Guide

Key Features:

• Quantity Options: 100, 500, or 1000 seeds per pack
• Mature Height: 12-18 inches (30-45 cm)
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0
• Uses: Perfect for soups, stews, salads, and a variety of culinary recipes

Product Details:

• Germination Rate: High, ensuring strong and healthy seedling growth
• Seed Freshness: New seeds for optimal germination
• Origin: Sustainably sourced
• Shelf Life: Best planted within 1 year for maximum germination success

Planting Guide:

Seed Preparation:

• Soaking: Soak seeds for a few hours before planting to help improve germination rates.

Sowing Instructions:

• Start Indoors: 8-10 weeks before the last frost
• Sowing Depth: Sow 1/4 inch (6 mm) deep in seed trays with nutrient-rich seed-starting mix.
• Spacing: Space seeds 1/2 inch (1 cm) apart in trays.

Germination:

• Temperature: Keep soil at 65-70°F (18-21°C).
• Moisture: Maintain consistent moisture but avoid overwatering.
• Timeframe: Seeds germinate in 7-14 days.

Transplanting:

• Hardening Off: Gradually expose seedlings to outdoor conditions for one week before transplanting.
• When to Transplant: Once seedlings reach 6-8 inches (15-20 cm) tall.
• Spacing:
  • 6-8 inches (15-20 cm) apart in rows.
  • Rows should be spaced 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) apart.
• Depth: Bury seedlings up to the first leaf to encourage long, white stems.

Care & Maintenance:

• Watering:
  • Keep soil evenly moist but avoid waterlogging.
• Mulching:
  • Apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Fertilization:
  • Feed with a balanced fertilizer every 3-4 weeks.
• Blanching for Longer Stems:
  • Hill up soil around stems as they grow to promote tender, white stalks.
• Pest Control:
  • Watch for pests like onion maggots and thrips.
  • Use floating row covers or organic insecticidal sprays if needed.

Harvesting:

• Time to Maturity: 90-120 days
• How to Harvest:
  • Cut at the base or gently lift from the soil.
  • Use fresh or store in cool, damp conditions for longer shelf life.

Grow delicious, tender leeks in your garden with these easy-to-follow steps. Enjoy their rich, mild flavor in your favorite dishes!