American Flag Leek

Named for its wide, sturdy stems, which resemble flag poles, American Flag leek is a relatively carefree variety that consistently produces 1-2" wide stalks with tender, white interiors.  Stems have an exceptional flavor with a mild sweetness that intensifies with frost.  We love them sliced, sautéed in butter and added to a simmering pot of potatoes for a belly-warming treat on that first really chilly fall workday.  American Flag leeks are very easy to grow from seed.  The plants pictured here were started indoors in mid-March and set out a month later when they were merely more than threads.  150 days to harvest.  100 seeds per packet.