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Allium, Leek, Garden Leek 'Kamush'

Alliumporrum

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Family
Amaryllidaceae (am-uh-ril-id-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Allium (AL-ee-um)
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Species
porrum (POH-rum)
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Synonym
Allium ampeloprasum var. porrum
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
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Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
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Category
Biennials
Vegetables
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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
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Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
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