Leek American Flag Seeds (Hari Pyaj/लीक के बीज)

Leeks American Flag is generally grown as an annual plant and is a versatile plant in the Allium family that is very easy to grow in pots. The stems of the American flag leek are tender, slightly sweet, and have an excellent flavor that is perfect for eating raw or cooked in soups. If you want to know, how to grow leek at home and how to take care of the leek plants, then read this information completely. Buy the best Quality Leek American Flag Seeds Online at the best price in India from www.organicbazar.net with a High Germination rate.

About this item

• The number of American Flag Leek Seeds: 100 Nos.
• Where to grow: Balcony or terrace garden
• Growing season: Winter season (October-February)
• Sowing method: Seedling transplant
• Germination Time: 7 to 14 days 
• Germination temperature: 18-25°C
• Harvesting: 100 to 120 days

What size grow bag is best for Leek?

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

American Flag Leek Plant Growing Season In India

American Flag 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 American Flag 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 American Flag Leeks seeds germination should be 18 to 25°C.

Leek American Flag Seeds Sowing Method

• Start sowing American Flag Leek seeds in a seedling tray 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 pot on a window, terrace, balcony, or other suitable places, where the pot can get 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight.
• It may take 7 to 14 days for Leek American Flag seeds to germinate.
• When leek plants reach 6 inches tall, you can transplant them into another larger pot or grow bag, about 4-6 inches apart.

How To Fertilize American Flag Leeks

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 producing good leek.

American Flag Leeks Care Tips

Water – Give 1 inch of water per week to Leek American Flag plants and keep the soil moist.
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. Temperatures higher than 25°C will slow the growth of leeks.
Common pests and disease – Many insects such as onion thrips, maggots, allium leaf miners, and leek moths are commonly seen in Leeks American Flag. To prevent leaks from such insects, keep spraying neem oil on your plants regularly.

Leeks American Flag Harvest Time

• This variety of leeks is ready for harvesting in 100 to 120 days from transplanting.
• Cut the American Flag Leeks when the stalks are about 2 inches in diameter.
• The roots of leeks American Flag 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.

American Flag Leek Special Features

• Common name – Giant Musselburgh
• Scientific name – Allium porrum
• Height – Up to 20 inches
• Companion plant – Carrot, garlic, onions, beet, and tomatoes

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