Wild leek (Allium tricoccum) Seeds
Wild leek (Allium tricoccum) Seeds
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We have extremely limited quantity of this species! Please limit your purchase to 2 packets maximum. Thank you! In early spring, low, wide bright green strap-like leaves appear for a month then fade to yellow and disappear – a true spring ephemeral. In mid-summer, white globe-shaped flowers bloom for several weeks and support woodland pollinating insects. A beloved edible plant that is being over-harvested in the wild. Seeds are slow to germinate and grow, but this plant needs more people propagating it to take pressure off the wild populations.
Native to Maine: Yes
Growing conditions: Full shade in medium soil
Grows up to: 8"
Blooms: In mid-summer
Pairs well with: Canada mayflower, Christmas fern, Northern maidenhair fern, and cranesbill geranium
Natural habitat: Moist fertile woodlands and river floodplains under deciduous trees
Seeds per packet: 40 (moist-stratified)
Germination Code(s): E and F
Sow these seeds immediately upon receipt, outdoors in pots from November through February, and look for germination in the second spring.This species is challenging to grow, and a great species for more experienced seed-sowers.
