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Norwich Leeks growing in the ground with green leaves and dirt.

Harvested and sliced Norwich Leeks with green leaves on a wooden board and burlap.

Leek – Norwich F1

£1.69

Leek ‘Norwich’ F1 is an improved Lancaster type, British-bred for reliability and performance. It features tight leaf stacking and an upright habit, producing uniform stems. Suitable for main and late season growing, this variety is slow to bolt and offers excellent field standing ability for extended harvesting.

Seed Count: 45 Seeds

122 in stock

SKU: LEK08 Categories: Leek Seeds, New In Vegetables, Vegetables

Cultivation Advice
Key Facts

Sow the seeds indoors, at a depth of 10mm. Place 4 seeds per 8cm pot.
Place at a temperature of 10-15c.
Germination should occur between 10-21 days.
Once germinated, grow on in cooler conditions.
Once 10cm tall, thin the seedlings to the strongest plant.
Gradually acclimatise the seedlings before planting outside when they are 20cm tall.
Alternatively, directly sow outdoors between March-April.
As the seedlings grow, thin them to 20cm apart.
Regularly weed and water the area as needed.
Pile the soil up around the plant as it grows to ensure blanched stems.
Cover with netting if needed to prevent pests.
Harvest as required from November.

Sowing Indoors: February-April
Sowing Directly: March-April
Days To Germination: 10-21 days
Optimum Soil Temperature: 10-15c
Plant Height: 45cm
Plant Spacing: 20cm
Harvesting: November-April
Light: Full sun