Delft Perpetual Leek Seeds

Delft Perpetual Leek Seeds - Allium porrum - Perennial Leek

Allium porrum
Perennial Leek

Hardy to Zone 6
Full Sun
Germination Tested November 22, 2024: 75%

Approximately 75 seeds per packet

$5.00 CAD

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Delft Perpetual is a rare perennial winter leek that sprouts new plants from its base. If the leeks are harvested carefully by cutting just above the ground and leaving the roots and base intact, the offshoots can grow into new leek plants. Alternately you can wait until the leeks flower in their second year, and the offshoots will starts to grow shortly after seed set.

An excellent perennial vegetable for the permaculture garden. Leeks can be used almost interchangeably in place of onions in cooking, but with added greens. The beautiful blue-green leek greens (tops) are also tasty- don't throw them out!

Delft Perpetual was selected out of the "Delft" variety by Frank Morton of Wild Garden Seed, which he describes as "Winter leeks with long well-wrapped shafts, strong upright leaves, and a melting tender quality with light sauté. Slices turn a bright green with cooking, very appealing."

If you do allow these leeks to flower in their second year, the flowers are a range of whimsical white, pink, and purple globes that are adored by pollinators. The seeds do take a long time to mature however, so you may need to cover them with a temporary tunnel to keep the seed dry as they mature.

These seeds are rare and hard to find so don't miss out!

Growing Instructions

Growing instructions: Sow seeds shallowly indoors in January or February. I like to sow my onions and leeks in deep trays so they have enough soil to grow for a few months. Plant outside once they are a few inches tall and harsh frosts have passed. Plant about 6-12 inches apart. Harvest leeks by carefully cutting at the base (this may take a few months to a year to get large enough to your liking). Wait for the offsets to sprout after cutting.

Shipping & Returns

We ship seeds via Canada Post within Canada for $6 to $8 depending on weight, United States for $20, and Internationally for $20*. Live plants, bulbs, and bulbils can only be shipped within Canada.

Any shipping overages will be refunded.

Shipping in Canada

We ship seeds in Canada via regular letter mail, which is an untracked service, and usually takes 1-2 weeks to arrive once we fulfill your order. Larger bulbs and plants are sent via tracked flat rate box.

Shipping to the US

We now require all US shoppers to obtain a Small Lot Seed Permit before purchasing. It's free to apply and you will likely be granted the permit instantly. To apply:

Go to https://efile.aphis.usda.gov/s/
Select PPQ-587 in the dropdown menu and click "Get Started".
Login and follow the instructions to obtain a permit. You may list "Eligible Taxa" instead of listing all the species you'd like to import.
Once you receive your permit, email us a PDF copy, including the yellow/green coloured labels. Tell us if which USDA station you want us to send the seeds to. If not mentioned we will choose a random one. Also let us know your order number. Our email is grow@cicadaseeds.ca
We are not able to send any pepper or tomato seeds, or any bulbils due to restrictions.

After receiving your documentation, we will follow all requirements for mailing your seeds. We will ship via tracked parcel. Unfortunately we are not able to replace packages that are confiscated or destroyed by customs.

Shipping Internationally

International orders are usually shipped via untracked packet. The package will list the contents as "Garden Seeds". It is your responsibility to ensure you have the required import permit. Cicada Seeds will not be responsible for any orders held of confiscated by customs.

International shipping countries include: Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong SAR, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom.

This list may change without notice. Sometimes Canada Post will not allow us to ship to certain countries due to wars or natural disasters, see this page for delivery service alerts: https://www.canadapost-postescanada.ca/cpc/en/our-company/news-and-media/service-alerts.page

Please reach out if your country is not on this list, email us and we will try to arrange an alternate shipping option.

If you have any issues with your order, please contact us within 60 days and we will do our best to make it right.

*Shipping fees listed here are in Canadian dollars.