Leek and Savory

Plant family

Crucifers (Brassicaceae)

Cultivation Break

Season Overview

Details

Light requirement

Semi-shaded

Water requirement

Moist

Soil

Light (sandy)

Nutrient requirement

Low

Light germinator

Germination temperature

15 – 20 °C (Degrees Celsius)

Plant distance

5 cm

Row spacing

15 cm

Seeding depth

1 cm

Instructions

Description

Leek and allium - your aromatic wild plant treasure for the bed and kitchen! Are you looking for an easy-care plant with double benefits? The allium is a real all-rounder - as a pretty spring bloomer and spicy kitchen ingredient! That's what makes it so special: - Enchanting blossom: Delicate purple flowers from April to June - Culinary bonus: Leek-like flavor for fresh dishes - Wild plant charm: Natural look for gardens close to nature - Bee pasture: Popular with early-flying insects How easy it is to grow: - Location: Partial shade to sun - Soil: Well-drained, rather poor - Sowing: Self-sowing or targeted sowing in spring - Care: Hardly necessary - absolutely low-maintenance Delicious ideas for use: - Sprinkled fresh over salads - As a seasoning for herb quark - In spring soups - As an edible decoration Why it enriches your garden: This inconspicuous beauty brings wild plant magic to your flower beds and surprises with culinary potential! Tip: Harvest the young leaves before they flower - this is when they are most aromatic! Extra plus points: - Hardy and perennial - Tolerates drought - Ideal for natural gardens Who it's perfect for: - Wild plant fans - Herb lovers - Garden beginners

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