Roxton Leek

Scientific Name: Allium porrum 'Roxton'

Also Known As

Leek 'Roxton'

Plant type

annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 6"-18"
W: 3"-6"

planting zones

1-12

Roxton Leek plant details

Roxton Leek is a broadleaf semi-evergreen annual / biennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Roxton Leek

Plant type: annual / biennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall
Uses: edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Roxton Leek

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Roxton' is an extremely fast growing leek & will be fat & ready for Summer & early Fall grilling & soups. It is also likely to be more tender than a variety bred for Fall planting. Get the seedlings in early Spring & place them 3" in apart in rich garden soil.? Set them deep (up to the first leaf node) to encourage the white stems that leeks are famous for. Keep them well-watered & fertilized through the growing season. Dig out, chop the green part off (can be used in soup stock) & make two cuts through the top to make it easy to remove grit between the leaves. Cook & enjoy!