Leek seeds

Leek is considered a seasonal plant and one of the most important beneficial vegetables with a delicious taste. It has long, flat leaves that resemble green onions. It contains many elements of chlorophyll and nutritional vitamins, especially vitamin A. Scientific name: Allium Ampeloprasum. Other names: Baqal, Barasiya, Krasi, Qurt, Rakal. Family: Amaryllidaceae. Subfamily: Liliaceae. Native habitat: Middle East region and the Mediterranean Basin. Leek has been known historically in various countries and cultures, and it has Egyptian carvings found for it. Cultivation of leek and environmental conditions: Leek needs a moderate to cold climate. When planted close together, it produces long, thin leaves with small white bulbs. When planted farther apart, it produces broad, short leaves. Seeds are placed on the soil surface, then covered with a light layer of soil and lightly sprinkled. Soil and fertilizer: It grows in all types of soil, preferably fertile, moist, well-drained, and light. It is preferred that the soil's hydrogen level is between 6.2 and 6.8 for abundant production. Fertilization is done with nitrogen fertilizer. Watering: Watered daily regularly. Sun exposure: Full sun is preferred, sometimes partial shade. Propagation: By seeds. Planting and harvesting time: Throughout the year whenever the climatic conditions and good care are available. Flowers: Small, white, purple, and pink. Height: From 60 to 90 cm. Benefits of leek: It contains a lot of sulfur and nutritional vitamins such as vitamin A, C, K. It helps nourish and increase skin freshness and hair growth. It contains folic acid. It helps lower blood pressure. Leek is low in calories, which helps in weight loss.