{"product_id":"leek","title":"Leek | Large Musselburg","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow thick, tender, and deeply flavorful white shafts of Large Musselburg leeks in your home garden. Originating in Scotland in the early 1800s, this historic heirloom variety is world-renowned for its legendary cold hardiness, broad fan-like blue-green leaves, and exceptionally sweet, mild onion-like flavor that enriches autumn soups, stews, quiches, and roasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese robust plants produce thick, heavy stems reaching 2–3 inches in diameter with a tender, non-stringy texture that holds up beautifully in the kitchen. Perfectly suited to Canada's cool climate, Large Musselburg leeks thrive through frosty autumn temperatures and can even be harvested fresh from under winter snow in milder regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grow Large Musselburg Leeks?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric Scottish heirloom prized for producing extra-thick, heavy white shafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional cold hardiness—stands through freezing winter weather without losing quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad, attractive fan-like blue-green foliage on vigorous, stocky plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich, mild, and sweet flavor that intensifies after light autumn frosts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 100–120 days to maturity from transplanting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows best in full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-pollinated heirloom variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 80-90 seeds per packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Grow Large Musselburg Leeks from Seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart leek seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before your last spring frost date. Sow seeds approximately 6 mm (1\/4 inch) deep in flat trays filled with a sterile, well-draining seed-starting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep soil consistently moist and maintain warm temperatures around 18–21°C (65–70°F) until germination occurs. Trim indoor tops to 3–4 inches to build strong, thick bases before planting outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarden off seedlings carefully and transplant outdoors in late spring once soil can be worked. Plant in individual dibbled holes 10–15 cm (4–6 inches) deep, spaced 10–15 cm (4–6 inches) apart in rows spaced 30–45 cm (12–18 inches) apart. Do not fill the holes with soil; water gently to let soil settle naturally around roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs leeks grow, hill loose soil around the stems progressively to blanch the shafts, keeping them long, tender, and pure white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Leeks in Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge Musselburg leeks are custom-made for Canadian climates, having been bred to withstand the harsh, damp cold of Scottish winters. They excel in cool spring soil and perform exceptionally well through late autumn frost, becoming sweeter as temperatures drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain consistent soil moisture and apply a thick layer of organic compost or straw mulch to protect root zones and keep soil cool through warm summer spells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailed instructions covering seed starting, spacing, watering, fertilizing, harvesting, and pest management, read our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/How_To_Grow_Leeks_In_Canada_-_Complete_Guide.pdf?v=1794192888\" title=\"How To Grow Leeks in Canada | Complete Guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/How_To_Grow_Leeks_In_Canada_-_Complete_Guide.pdf?v=1794192888\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"How To Grow Leeks in Canada | Complete Guide\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHow To Grow Leeks in Canada | Complete Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLarge Musselburg Leek Growing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 40%; border: none;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 60%; border: none;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/botanical-name-icon.png?v=1790792176\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAllium ampeloprasum '\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/leeks-icon.png?v=1790810750\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eLeek (Large Musselburg \/ Giant Musselburg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/plant-cycle-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eBiennial grown as an annual allium crop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/full-sun-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/maturity-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eApproximately 100–120 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/seed-count-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSeed Count\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eApproximately 80-90 seeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/pollinators-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePollination Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; 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With their rich flavor, thick stems, and cold tolerance, Large Musselburg leeks are an essential and deeply satisfying addition to your Canadian vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart your seeds indoors this season and enjoy a gourmet winter harvest of sweet, fresh leeks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Caribou Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28821810179,"sku":"","price":19.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/products\/leek2.png?v=1582232837","url":"https:\/\/www.caribouseedcompany.com\/en-cn\/products\/leek","provider":"Caribou Seed Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}