Sowing leeks in April means strong, sturdy plants that will stand well over the winter.

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Traditionally, leeks are sown into nursery rows, then transplanted to their final growing position after a few weeks. This means they can fill the space freed up once other crops, such as new potatoes or spring cabbages, have been harvested.

Here's how to sow leeks outdoors.

You Will Need

  • Leek seeds
  • Bamboo cane
  • Watering can
  • Hoe

Step 1

Sowing leek seeds
Sowing leek seeds

Make a shallow drill with a cane or the edge of hoe in well-raked soil. Water the base of the drill before evenly sowing the seeds.


Step 2

Covering leek seeds with soil
Covering leek seeds with soil

Carefully cover the seeds with soil, then tamp down gently to make sure the seeds are in direct contact with the soil above them.


Step 3

Watering the soil
Watering the soil
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The drill should be slightly lower than the surrounding soil, so whenever you water it the moisture gravitates to the seeds.

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