The Leek (Allium ampeloprasum) is an biennial plant which botanically belongs to the family of Liliaceae. The De Carentan 2 variety it is very popular and reliable, originally from Italy. It has a delicious flavor and produces large leeks, with bright green leaves and soft, thick, crunchy stems. This very cold hardy and fast growing variety can be harvested from late Autumn to mid Spring. The collected parts, if not consumed fresh, are kept in frozen conditions. The organically produced Leek Bio De Carentan 2 comes from the renowned French seed company VILMORIN (founded in 1743), which guarantees the organic origin of the seed, germination and fidelity to the variety of the product.
Leek plants can be co-cultivated with Carrot plants.
Seeds, Bulbs, Rhizomes & Tubers | |
Reproductive Material Category | Organic Seeds |
Reproductive Material Type | Organic Vegetable Seeds |
Name | Leek Bio De Carentan 2 (985) |
Plant Genus | Allium |
Plant Species | ampeloprasum |
Plant Variety | De Carentan 2 |
Biological Cycle | Biennial |
Degree of Cultivating Difficulty | Easy Growing |
Additional Features | Leek is sown from early to late Spring under cover or directly in the final locations. It is harvested from late Autumn to mid-Spring. |
Use of Product | Leek is suitable for fresh consumption in salads, or added to cooked foods. |
Seed Company | VILMORIN |
Origin of Product | France |