King Richard Leek Seeds - Vegetable Plant For Home Gardens

King Richard Leek Seeds are from Allium ampeloprasum var. porrum, a fast-growing leek variety known for its long, slender white stems and blue-green foliage. This cool-season vegetable is commonly grown in home vegetable gardens, raised beds, and containers. King Richard Leeks perform best in fertile, well-draining soil with regular moisture and full sun. This variety is suitable for growers looking for an early-season leek crop with a compact upright growth habit.

Features

• Seeds of the King Richard leek vegetable variety
• Produces long white stems with blue-green leaves
• Suitable for vegetable gardens, raised beds, and containers
• Performs well in cool-season growing conditions
• Requires fertile, well-draining soil
• Early-maturing variety with upright growth habit

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Allium ampeloprasum var. porrum
• Common Name (US): Leek
• Seed Type / Variety: King Richard Leek Seed
• Growth Habit: Biennial vegetable grown as an annual
• USDA Zones: 2–9
• Planting Season: Late Winter to Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: Late Winter to Spring
• Sowing Season Months: January–April
• Germination: 10–20 days under suitable conditions
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, loose, well-draining soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Regular watering; maintain consistent soil moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 12–24 in tall, 1–2 in stem diameter
• Plant Spacing: 4–6 in apart