{"title":"Leek seeds ","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:683d39ef-63ca-4654-84f6-de42786ac348-22\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-46\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"9b84667e-1ad1-414a-a059-b010c6b9c003\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2-instant\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eLeek seeds allow you to grow upright, slender vegetables characterized by flat, bluish-green leaves and a firm, elongated stem. Selected for their consistent germination, these leek seeds establish themselves effectively in deep, well-prepared soil, promoting strong root development and steady growth. Leeks bring a neat vertical structure and a lasting plant presence to the garden, suitable for both organized vegetable gardens and meticulous market gardening. Requiring careful planting and regular monitoring, leek seeds are suitable for both amateur gardeners and professional projects seeking consistent growth, uniform plants, and reliable cultivation.\u003cbr data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"842\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"poireau-ete-bio-bv","title":"Organic summer leek 'Alto'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Summer Leek ‘Alto’ (Allium ampeloprasum var. porrum)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a vigorous and productive variety, ideal for gardeners looking for tender, flavorful summer leeks that are quick to harvest. Its upright, elegant blue-green foliage adds beautiful structure to the vegetable garden, while its long white stems offer excellent culinary quality. This variety stands out for its uniform growth and its ability to produce generous summer harvests about 75 days after transplanting. Its mild, slightly sweet flavor is perfect for summer leek recipes, light soups, quiches, stir-fries, and braised dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor successful summer leek cultivation, sow seeds indoors from February to April in a light growing mix kept between 18 and 24°C. Transplant summer leeks once young plants are about pencil-sized, into deep, fertile soil enriched with compost and kept consistently moist. Plant in full sun, setting plants into sufficiently deep holes to encourage long white stems. Summer leeks need regular watering, especially during hot weather, without waterlogging the soil. Organic mulch and gradual hilling improve blanching, tenderness, and harvest quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the garden, Organic Summer Leek ‘Alto’ belongs in family vegetable gardens, edible gardens, row crops, and deep 20 to 30 L containers. It pairs well with carrots, beets, lettuce, strawberries, and tomatoes, helping create diverse and productive growing beds. Summer leeks can be harvested progressively once the stems reach a useful size, depending on kitchen needs. If a few plants are left in place until their second year, their decorative umbel flowers attract bees and several beneficial pollinators to the vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Biologiquement vôtre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52108230557856,"sku":"BIOV-SEMENCES","price":4.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/Poireaud_ete_Alto_bio.jpg?v=1770395460"},{"product_id":"graines-poireau-musselburgh","title":"Leek  'Musselburg'","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Sweet and Versatile Leek\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eLeek 'Musselburgh'\u003c\/strong\u003e ( \u003cem\u003eAllium ampeloprasum porrum\u003c\/em\u003e ), offered by Semences OSC.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e This heirloom variety, introduced in 1834, is a staple in European kitchens. With its elongated white stalks of 20 to 22.5 cm and a delicately sweet taste, the 'Musselburgh' leek is perfect for soups, stews, or even cooked en papillote. The plants, hardy and easy to grow, reach an impressive height of 50 to 100 cm, making them a decorative and tasty addition to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 to 100 cm\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQuantity per pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 400 seeds (315 seeds\/gram)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCompanion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carrots, celery, beets\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEnemy plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peas, beans\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soup, stew, slow-cooked dishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCultivation method:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e For best success, start seedlings indoors between February and early March. Sow seeds 7mm deep in a soilless mix, and maintain a temperature of 20°C during germination. Once seedlings are about 20cm tall, transplant them outdoors in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Space plants 4 to 6 inches apart in rows 12 to 18 inches apart. You can also sow directly in the garden from April to June. Leeks grow best in full sun, in well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Blanch the stems by earthing them up slightly as they grow for a tender, flavorful harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Add a touch of elegance and sweetness to your table with the 'Musselburgh' leek, a variety that has proven itself for almost two centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OSC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52109488717984,"sku":"OSC00152","price":2.19,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/Shallot_White_Gem.jpg?v=1736352001"},{"product_id":"poireau-bleu-de-solaise-bio","title":"Organic 'Bleu de Solaise' leek","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 'Bleu de Solaise' leek is a remarkable variety that brings an elegant presence and great reliability to the vegetable garden, especially as temperatures drop. Its bluish-green foliage, which takes on purplish hues in cold weather, offers a subtle and refined spectacle while indicating exceptional hardiness. Highly prized for its well-developed shaft and its mild, slightly sweet flavor, it naturally finds its place in generous cuisine, from winter soups to stews and more refined preparations. In the garden, it stands out for its ability to extend the harvest season, providing a fresh resource from early autumn until late winter. Grown in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil, it develops good vigor and fits perfectly into organized vegetable gardens as well as more free-form food gardens. Its upright silhouette subtly structures rows, while its long presence in the garden helps maintain a productive space during the cold season. Robust and undemanding, it appeals to both beginner gardeners and enthusiasts looking for vegetables to store in the ground. With its winter charm, productivity, and taste quality, 'Bleu de Solaise' remains a staple for organic vegetable garden plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Les jardins de l'écoumène","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52109530300576,"sku":"ECOU-SEMENCES","price":4.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/Poireau_Bleu_de_Solaise.jpg?v=1770992858"},{"product_id":"w-h-perron-poireau-lancelot","title":"Leek Lancelot","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLancelot leek\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e(Allium porrum)\u003c\/em\u003e , offered by the seed company WH Perron\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Lancelot is the perfect leek to enhance your early autumn dishes. With its upright shape and bluish foliage, this variety produces a white stem that can reach 30 cm in length. By sowing densely, you will obtain an early harvest of small, tender, juicy and tasty leeks, perfect for your soups, stews or simmered dishes. Ideal for lovers of fresh and local vegetables, this leek also stands out for its ease of cultivation and culinary versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMaturity after transplant\u003c\/strong\u003e : 90 days\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBarrel\u003c\/strong\u003e : 25-30 cm\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHarvest season\u003c\/strong\u003e : Summer\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFormulation\u003c\/strong\u003e : Untreated\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEnemy plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Beetroot, bean, parsley, pea, sage\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Carrot, celery, celeriac, fennel, strawberry, lamb's lettuce, oregano, salsify\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCultivation method:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Sow Lancelot leek seeds in a nursery or directly in the garden 8 to 10 weeks before the planned transplant date. Once the young plants are well developed, transplant them into loose, organic-rich soil, spacing them 15 to 20 cm apart. Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture, especially during dry spells. To obtain long white stems, hill up the plants by adding soil around them as they grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Lancelot leek is a versatile variety that offers generous and high-quality harvests. Whether you want to eat it fresh or keep it for the winter, it will meet your expectations and enrich your recipes. A must-have for any vegetable garden!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"W.H. 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Perfect for soups, stews or stews, Bandit is an ally of choice for lovers of fresh and robust vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMaturity after transplant\u003c\/strong\u003e : Late\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBarrel\u003c\/strong\u003e : 20-25 cm\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHarvest season\u003c\/strong\u003e : Fall\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFormulation\u003c\/strong\u003e : Organic\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEnemy plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Beetroot, bean, parsley, pea, sage\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Carrot, celery, celeriac, fennel, strawberry, lamb's lettuce, oregano, salsify\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCultivation method:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Sow Bandit leek seeds in a nursery or directly into the ground 8 to 10 weeks before the planned transplant date. Transplant the young plants into fertile, well-drained soil, spacing them 15 to 20 cm apart. To encourage the development of long, white stems, earth up by adding soil around the plants as they grow. Be sure to water regularly, especially in dry weather, to ensure optimal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Bandit leek is an ideal choice to extend the harvest season. Its hardiness in cold temperatures and its ability to be stored make it a must-have for the fall vegetable garden. Grow it and enjoy its sweetness in your comfort dishes!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"W.H. 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When seedlings are about 8\" (20 cm), transplant outdoors in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Space plants 10-15cm (4-6\") apart in rows 30-45cm (12-18\") apart. For direct sowing, sow seeds in the ground from April to June. Maintain fertile, well-drained soil and water regularly to support growth. For longer white stems, hill up soil around the stems as they develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e A sweet and essential flavor!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Porro Carentan 2' leek is a must-have choice for gardeners with a passion for cooking. 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