Leek Seeds (Hari Pyaj/लीक के बीज)

Leek is a versatile plant of the Allium family which is grown as a green vegetable. Leek not only makes the food tasty but, it is also rich in nutrients. It’s very interesting to grow leeks from seeds and notice leeks growing stages in your home garden or terrace garden. If you want to know, how to grow leek at home and how to take care of leek plants, then read this information completely.

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About this item

• Number of Leek seeds: 500 Seeds 
• Where to grow: Balcony or terrace garden
• Growing season: Winter season (October-February)
• Sowing method: Seedling transplant
• Germination Time: 7 to 14 days from sowing
• Germination temperature: 15-20°C
• Harvesting: 90 to 120 days

What size grow bag is best for Leek?

• 18 x 6 (W*H)
• 24 x 9 (W*H)
• 24 x 12 (W*H)

Leek Plant Growing Season In India

Leeks are a mild cool season plant that grows well even in the spring season. This plant cannot tolerate excessive heat; the best season for sowing the leeks seeds is the winter season (October-February).

How To Grow Leeks From Seeds

Leeks grow fast in cool weather and are generally transplanted rather than directly sown in any pots/grow bags. The ideal soil temperature for leek seeds germination should be 15 to 20°C.

Leek Seeds Sowing Method

• Start sowing leek seeds in seedling trays or small pots. Fill the seedling tray/pot with growing medium (potting mix) and spread the leek seeds on it, then cover the seeds with a light layer of soil.
• Give light water and place the seed pot on a window, terrace, balcony, or another suitable place, where the pot can get 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight.
• It may take 7 to 14 days for leek seeds to germinate.
• When leek plants reach 15 cm tall, you can transplant them into another larger pot or grow bag, about 10-15 cm apart.

How To Fertilize Leek Plants at Home

Apply a mixture of cow dung manure, bone meal, neem cake, mustard cake, potash, etc. as organic fertilizer during the growing season or plant growth stage produce good leek.

Leeks Plant Care Tips

Water – Give 2-2.5 cm of water per week to leek plants and keep the soil moist.
Soil – Dry, fertile, and well-drained soil will help leeks grow rapidly.
Sunlight – Leeks require 6-8 hours of full light but also tolerate partial shade 
Temperature – Temperatures 15 to 25°C are best for planting leek vegetables at home. Temperature higher than 25°C will slow the growth of leeks.
Common pests and diseases – Many insects such as onion thrips, maggots, allium leaf miners, and leek moths are commonly seen in leeks. These insects not only lay eggs on leek plants but also feed on the roots and leaves of leek onions. To prevent leaks from such insects, keep spraying neem oil on your plants regularly.

Leeks Harvest Time And Method

• Leeks are ready for harvesting in 90 to 120 days from transplanting.
• Cut the leeks when the stalks are about 2.5-4 cm in diameter.
• The roots of the leek are very wide, so at the time of harvesting, with the help of a small hand trowel or spading fork, take the leeks out of the soil a little and then cut them.

Leek Special Features

• Common name – Leek
• Scientific name - Allium porrum
• Height – 30-90 cm
• Companion plant – Carrot, garlic, onions, beet, and tomatoes

FAQ

Why are my leek seeds not germinating?

Leek seeds will not germinate because of improper growing conditions like not getting enough sunlight, sowing seeds too deep in the soil, over watering or under watering.