Leeks have a mild, onion-like flavor and can be used in various dishes.. Latin name is Allium ampeloprasum.
How many leeks per plant
You can expect to get a 1 leek per plant.
Companion plants
Some good companion plants for leeks are carrots, cabbage, celery.
Watering needs
Regular, even watering
Climate preferences
Cool to warm, tolerates light frost
Common pests & diseases
Leek moth, Thrips, Rust
Space
Mature leeks can be between 3 and 6 in wide.
You might need between 6 and 8 in of space around the plant(s).
Note: the information above should be used just as an overall guide. The exact values will depend on the variety, growing conditions, plant maturity, and will vary year over year. We hope this brings you useful information.
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