Leek - Giant Carentan

Allium ampeloprasum

Giant Carentan is a traditional French variety of leek. Growing a 10-15cm white shaft, it is very large, creamy and mild flavoured. A hardy cool season annual that requires a long growing season. Good pest resistance.

100 heirloom seeds

Sowing Information

Plant Type: Annual
Sow When: Temperate: August - September
                   Subtropical: March - August
                   Tropical: May - June
Sow Where: Trays
Sow Depth: 10mm
Germination: 7-15 days 
Position: Full Sun
Plant Spacing: 15cm
Row Spacing: 30cm
Plant Height: 50cm
Harvest: 130-150 days

The image below will help you determine which climate zone you are in, and allow you to choose the best varieties for your area.

Martyman, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons