{"product_id":"leek-bulgarian-giant-heirloom-seeds","title":"Leek 'Bulgarian Giant' Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eA long thin leek of the best quality light green leaves. Fine autumn variety that is popular in Europe, descending from Bulgaria. Long growing period, of up to 6-9 months, they store well in ground during the cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen to Plant\u003cbr\u003e\nZone 1: September - March\u003cbr\u003e\nZone 2: August - April\u003cbr\u003e\nZone 3: January - March\u003cbr\u003e\nZone 4: February - March\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor zone map CLICK HERE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoil  Leek can handle most soil types, but it should be free draining. Don’t over-fertilize the soil prior to planting leeks as this will make them more susceptible to frost damage. Mixing in compost will suffice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoil pH Level 6.5-7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePosition  Shade tolerant, so a good crop to take up that less than ideal spot in the patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHow to Plant  Propagate in seed trays and transplant a month after germination or sow directly to veggie patch when the temperature is above 7 degrees as they can become stunted by frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpacing 10-15 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDepth 0.5-1cm\u003cbr\u003e\nCompanion Plants Carrots\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Veggie Patch Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68038811189552,"sku":"9326889000292","price":5.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2237\/4345\/files\/619ee67a42381897d7e59a46687561d7d38475037fc3b6b745f6aacbe5a7b2fc.jpg?v=1792031205","url":"https:\/\/phillipandlea.com.au\/products\/leek-bulgarian-giant-heirloom-seeds","provider":"Phillip \u0026 Lea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}