Leek MUSSELBURGH. Heirloom variety.

Leek MUSSELBURGH. Heirloom variety. Description

Leek MUSSELBURGH First grown near Edinburgh around 1834 from seed imported from France, Musselburgh is now considered an heirloom variety. A mid-season leek that has a fine reputation for being very reliable. Musselburgh produces heavy crops of thick stemmed leeks around 15 inches long and often 2-3 inches in diameter, they are ready for use from November onwards. When cooked most people describe the texture as tender with a mild, yet extremely tasty flavour. A strong grower, Musselburgh is exceptionally hardy and stands well even in the coldest of winter weather, it can even withstand long periods of frost. This hardiness makes it very popular with growers in the coldest areas of the country. Often grilled or roasted for use as a side dish but leeks find many other uses in the kitchen, i.e risotto, in stuffing, for baking in pies etc. Leek is also the main ingredient in two of the world's most famous soups, Cock-a-leekie and Crème vichyssoise. Musselburgh leeks need a long growing season and from sowing to harvest can be around 35 weeks. They also show some rust resistance. Detailed growing instructions are on the back of each packet Packet contains: 265 seeds approx. IMMEDIATE DISPATCH FREE UK DELIVERY Design and colouring of packets may occasionally vary. We want you to be happy with your purchase and all our Leek seed is checked and inspected visually before packing. In the unlikely event of a problem please advise us within 48hrs of delivery. Due to the nature of the product we cannot accept any responsibility for failure after planting as pests, disease, poor horticultural practice, extremes of weather and many other factors outside our control all take their toll. Seed of Leek Musselburgh will only be accepted for return after seller has been informed and given permission. Refunds will be issued when items are received back in saleable condition within 14 days from original dispatch date. Buyer must pay all return charges except where an item has been dispatched in error.