Leek 'Carentan 3' is a must-have for any vegetable gardener. Grown using strict organic methods by dedicated farmers, this hardy autumn to winter variety is approved by the prestigious Organic Farmers and Growers Ltd. This leek is perfect for soups and stews, with its thick white stems delivering a delicious flavour that is sure to impress. To ensure the whiteness of the stems, simply earth them up in autumn and watch them reach their full potential. Sowing instructions: Sow indoors - January to February in trays of seed compost. Sow thinly, cover with 1.5cm of compost. Firm gently and keep moist. Cover tray with glass, polythene or propagator lid. Keep at approx. 15°C. Seedlings appear in 14-21 days. Remove cover when seedlings appear. When large enough transplant 5cm apart in trays. Stand outside for a few days late May (avoid frosts). When 10cm tall transplant into holes 15cm apart with 30cm between rows Sow outdoors - March to April in a prepared seed bed. Sow thinly in rows 20cm apart. Cover with 1.5cm of fine soil. When 10cm tall transplant to growing position into holes 15cm apart with 30cm between rows Category - Onion & Leek Seeds.