Description
500 Seeds (1/16 OZ) Allium porrum ‘Carentan’ is a hardy leek, that has medium to large stems, good yieldsβ and tolerates poor soils. It is a fast-growing and vigorous variety that is easy to grow and is low maintenance – perfect for beginner gardeners. Carentan has a delicate, mild flavor, and is great fresh or cooked. From sowing seeds to harvest 2″ thick stalk takes about 110-120 days. Very adaptable and good yields! Origin: An incredibly old European leek variety known from around the 1800’s, first mentioned by Vilmorin in 1885.. This variety is well known for its medium to large sized stems, that have a consistent quality with a mild flavour. Best planted in mid to late summer for a winter harvest. 1/16-OZ has 500+ seeds in a ziplock poly packet. Need more seeds? 1/8-OZ has 1000+ seeds, 1/2-OZ large packet has 4,000+ seeds. 2-OZ jumbo packet has 16,000+ seeds.
Megan Zalzala –
I am really looking forward to planting these in the spring. I loved the selection from the shop. The seeds look great and they shipped fast! I would definitely buy from them again. thank you! π
CHIJIOKE –
80% (12 of 15) germination on indoor test trial planting.
Carolyn –
I haven’t had a chance to plant the seeds yet, but they were shipped very quickly and the portions were generous!
Trent L –
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