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
Multiplier: Gärtnerei Piluweri, Gärtnerei WittBreeder: C. Henatsch Cerifications: Demeter, Naturland
Cultivation
Planting distance: 30-40 x 8-15 cmSeed germination temperature: 16-18 °COptimal amount of plants: early leeks till 25 plants/m² autumn/winter leeks 12-16 plants/m² 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