High Mowing Organic Seeds Alto Leek

Harvesting early yields delicate, tender stalks perfect for bunching, while waiting for full maturity results in a more robust, intense flavor. You can begin harvesting as soon as the plants reach your desired size, typically starting around 75 days.

To achieve the signature white shaft, you need to hill soil up around the base of the stems twice during the growing season. This process blocks sunlight from the lower portion of the plant, preventing it from turning green and tough.

Precision priming is a process that prepares the seeds to germinate more uniformly and quickly under a wider range of soil temperatures. This helps ensure a more consistent crop and better success rates for your summer harvest.

While Alto Leeks are suitable for spring planting, they are typically started indoors or in a greenhouse to give them a head start before transplanting. If you choose to direct sow, ensure your soil is well-drained and fertile, and follow the recommended seeding depth of 1/4 inch.

For optimal growth, thin your seedlings to 6 inches apart within the row. Maintain a row spacing of 24 inches to ensure adequate airflow and room for the hilling process.