Leek Plants – Musselburgh x 40

Leek ‘Musselburgh’ Plants 🌿

Growing 🌱

Traditional, hardy leek variety known for reliability
Produces thick, long white stems with blue-green leaves
Suitable for outdoor growing in beds and allotments ☀️
Can be grown for autumn and winter harvesting
Plant Care 💧

Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil ☀️
Water regularly, especially during dry periods
Feed occasionally with a balanced fertiliser during growth
Earth up soil around stems to blanch and lengthen the white portion 🌿
Keep weeds under control to reduce competition
Space plants adequately for strong development
Harvest & Flavour 🌿✨

Produces thick, firm stems with mild onion flavour 😋
Ideal for soups, stews, pies, and roasting
Harvest from late summer through winter depending on planting time
Pull when stems reach a good size and firmness
Plant Problems & Solutions ⚠️

Thin or weak stems → Ensure adequate feeding and spacing
Poor blanching → Earth up regularly to encourage long white stems
Yellowing leaves → Check for nutrient deficiency or poor drainage
Slow growth → Ensure consistent watering and fertile soil
Disease & Treatments 🦠

Leek Rust → Remove affected leaves and improve airflow
Downy Mildew → Avoid overcrowding and reduce excess moisture
White Rot → Avoid infected soil and rotate crops
Neck Rot → Ensure good drainage and avoid overwatering
Common Pests & Solutions 🐛

Onion Fly → Use mesh covers to protect plants
Thrips → Improve airflow and monitor regularly
Aphids → Wash off or treat with insecticidal soap
Slugs and Snails → Protect young plants with barriers or traps