Philomene
Tall growing autumn leek Philomene has long and reasonably thick stems. Erect leaf arrangement, mid to late season growth. Rarely develops bulbs, readily cleaned, high yielding. Pleasant, aromatic and well balanced flavour.
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Characteristics
Type: automn leeks
Origin
Breeder: C. HenatschMultiplier: Gärtnerei Witt Cerifications: Naturland
Cultivation
Raise in seed bed: early leeks: from mid of January for planting out in March autumn leeks: February till March for planting out from May till June winter leeks: April till beginning of May for planting out from beginning of July till beginning of August autumn/winter leeks 12-16 plants/m²