(L) Leek Lancelot seeds 0.4g (125074)

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Leek Lancelot
Botanical Name: Allium ampeloprasum var. porrum
Type: Hardy Biennial (grown as Annual)

Leek Lancelot is a strong, reliable autumn to early winter variety producing long, thick white stems with dark green, upright leaves. Known for its uniformity and excellent flavour, it’s perfect for soups, stews, and roasting. With good resistance to rust and bolting, Lancelot is a favourite for both home gardeners and allotment growers.

Plant Details

Type: Hardy Biennial (grown as Annual)
Height: 40 – 50cm
Spread: 20 – 30cm
Harvest: September – December
Position: Full sun, fertile, well-drained soil

Growing Information

Sow Indoors: Jan – Feb in trays or modules of seed compost.
Sow Outdoors: Mar – Apr in drills 1cm deep.
Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C.
Transplant/Thin: Move seedlings outdoors in May – Jun when pencil-thick, spacing 20cm apart in rows 30cm apart.
Care: Earth up stems as they grow for longer, blanched shanks. Keep well-watered in dry spells.

Why You’ll Love It

Uniform, long white stems
Excellent flavour for cooking
Strong resistance to rust
Reliable autumn/winter harvest

Top Tip

Trim roots and tops before transplanting to encourage stronger growth and straighter stems!

Perfect For

Leek & potato soup
Winter stews & casseroles
Roasting as a side dish
Kitchen garden & allotment growing

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