Leeks 'Tornado'

Leeks ‘Tornado’ deliver long, white stems with a mild, sweet flavour, making them perfect for soups, stews, and roasting. Renowned for their high yield and cold tolerance, this variety ensures a bountiful harvest even in late seasons.

Key Features

• High Yield: Produces abundant stalks, maximizing your garden’s productivity.
• Cold Tolerant: Thrives in cooler temperatures, extending the growing season.
• Mild Sweet Flavour: Enhances a variety of culinary dishes with its subtle taste.
• Disease Resistant: Minimizes the risk of common leek ailments, ensuring healthy plants.

Growing Instructions

• Sowing Time: Plant seeds in early spring or late summer for optimal growth.
• Seed Depth: Sow seeds 1 cm deep in well-drained, rich soil.
• Spacing: Space plants 15-20 cm apart to allow ample room for growth.
• Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors when they have 4-6 true leaves.

Care Tips

• Watering Frequency: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• Weeding: Regularly remove weeds to reduce competition for nutrients.
• Staking: Support tall stems if necessary to prevent bending or breaking.
• Blanching: Earth up the stems to increase blanching and maintain their white colour.

Harvest & Storage

Harvest ‘Tornado’ leeks once the stalks reach the desired size, typically in late summer. For storage, bunch the leeks and store them in a cool, dry place. Expect a generous yield, perfect for continuous use throughout the season.

Enhance your garden with our reliable ‘Tornado’ leeks, offering a perfect balance of ease and productivity. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, these leek seedlings are an excellent addition to your Leek Plants collection. Explore more options in our Leeks & Onions - Vegetable Plants to diversify your garden and enjoy a sustainable gardening experience.