I caught my son taking a leek in the backyard.
How embarrassing for the neighbors.
Actually he had permission and it was a leek, not a leak. Shooo. Awkwardness avoided.
That is about the hand size limit of leeks for a 5 year old.
As leeks mature you can pull soil or mulch up around the the plants to produce a longer blanched stem. I didnt do that this year.
He might have gotten the leek part right, but when I asked him to water the garden I am sure this wasn’t what I had in mind.
Though, it is 105 outside. Why not? Maybe I will join them.
Go on, water fun is not only the reserve of children in such temperatures!
I didn’t realise leeks grow in such heat. Maybe I’ll try some next year.
Surprisingly, the leeks have been one of my best performers this year, they seem to love the heat.
Water fun!! As long as you’re not under a conservation alert, I say go for it!
I had a few leeks in my garden… planted by accident. They turned out pretty good!
Nice one! As long as he doesn’t turnip and pea!
Punny!
I love leeks! The fresher the better. These look great – got any recipes? And thanks for the tip for getting more of the blanched part!
First of all I LOVE you title! Our leeks are just coming to maturity and your post increased my anticipation.
How adorable is that leek-face boy?! And smart too…hosing down at 105 degrees is a great idea.
*anna
mmmm. Leeks, your lucky I cant seem to get them to grow in my backyard.