Surfer Leek is an F1 hybrid fall leek bred for rust tolerance and compact growth, ready to harvest in 110 days from transplants. This organic variety thrives across hardiness zones 3-10, making it accessible to gardeners in nearly every climate. Its resistance to rust and powdery mildew, combined with its ability to handle frost, makes it a reliable choice for autumn harvests when many other vegetables fade.
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Bred specifically for rust resistance, Surfer Leek cuts through the common frustration of fungal disease that plagues traditional fall leek varieties. The compact growth habit means you can fit more plants in tighter spaces, while its frost hardiness lets you extend the harvest well into cold weather. At just 110 days to maturity from transplants, it moves faster than many heirloom leeks, so you're not waiting half the season to reach the dinner table.
Leeks are harvested for their elongated white and light green stems, which have a mild onion-like flavor that becomes sweeter after frost. They're used in soups, stocks, braises, and as a standalone side dish. The tender white portion is the most prized section, though the light green can be used for flavoring broths and stocks.
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Sow seeds 10-12 weeks before your last spring frost date. Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep and 1/4 inch apart in flats, or use plug flats with one plant per cell. Maintain soil temperature between 50-75°F for germination.
Beginning in late spring when seedlings are approximately 8 inches tall and pencil-thick, transplant outdoors 6 inches apart in rows at least 12-18 inches apart. Use a dibber to make holes 6 inches deep and drop transplants into the holes without firming the soil; let irrigation or rain fill in naturally. Only 2-3 inches of leaf should extend above the soil surface.
Harvest Surfer Leek about 110 days after transplanting. The white stem should be firm and at least 1 inch in diameter. Pull or dig the entire plant, loosening the soil around the base first to avoid breaking the stem. Harvest in fall when temperatures have cooled, as frost actually improves sweetness. You can leave plants in the ground through light freezes and harvest progressively as needed.
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