Chinese Leek Seeds - Broad Leaved Nira
100+ days to maturity. Allium tuberosum ‘Broad Leaved Nira’. Broad Leaved Nira Chinese Leek Seeds. Non-GMO, cool-season perennial heirloom. This popular Chinese specialty herb is a vigorous perennial for its young flower buds, long stems, and broad, deep-green blades. It is an excellent choice for home gardens and commercial growing. The savory and handsome flower stems are considered gourmet in many parts of the world. This Japanese variety of Chinese leek has deep green, broad, thick leaves with a garlic-onion flavor. Its tolerance to heat and cold makes it very easy to grow. ~ 9,300 seeds / oz.
Chinese Leek Seeds - Broad Leaved Nira - Heirloom
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Other Common Names: Flat chives, bong he, buchu, dok kui chaai, Chinese chive, gau tsoi fa, gow choy, jiu cai, jiu huang, jiu cai hua, kuichai, kutsay bulaklak, nin hua, nira no hana, oriental chive, or garlic chive, golden chive, blanched chive, yellow Chinese chive.
How to Grow Broad Leaved Nira Chinese Leek
Suitable for zones 3-9. Direct sow seeds in late spring to early summer after the last frost. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. If transplanting, do so when 5-6 leaves appear. Cut back any blooms during the first season to have healthier plants in the next season. Requirements for flowering: sufficient vegetative growth (1-2 years), low temperatures in winter, and long summer days. Remove weeds promptly and water infrequently but deeply. Once established, the plant can be divided and raised for several years.
For growing blanched leeks (cultivate only the most robust plants in this manner): after an initial harvest of green leaves, cover with a tunnel and exclude all light while continuing to provide all of the plant's other needs. The new sprouts will emerge in darkness and have a more tender texture and subtle flavor.
Harvesting Broad Leaved Nira Chinese Leek
Harvest by cutting just above ground level.
Culinary Tips
Every part of this plant is edible and has a delicious garlicky flavor. Very popular in Asian cooking, it is used in soups, stir-fries, tempura, dumplings, and salads. It is excellent in egg and meat dishes. Use the onion-flavored flowers as an edible garnish.
Tips From Our Gardeners
“I have learned that Chinese Leeks last the longest if they are not harvested too frequently. If they are over-used, they will begin to decline in just 3 or 4 years.”
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
Seeds Per Package
- 2 g packet - Approximately 670 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 9,300 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 37,200 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 148,800 Seeds
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Allium tuberosum ‘Broad Leaved Nira’ |
| Broad Leaved Nira Chinese Leek Color: | Green to white leaves. White flowers. |
| Broad Leaved Nira Chinese Leek Flavor: | Delicate, mild garlic flavor. |
Growing Info
| Days to Maturity: | 100+ Days |
| Days to Germination: | 7-14 Days |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 4-6 inches |
| Plant Height: | 14-16 inches |
| Growth Habit: | A neat rhizomatous clump of erect stalks. |
| Soil Preference: | Rich in organic matter but light. Deep soil. Not picky about pH. |
| Temperature Preference: | 65-75℉ |
| Light Preference: | Full sun to part shade. |
Other
| Plant Width: | 8-12 inches |
| Pests and Disease: | Pests and diseases do not usually target Chinese leeks. In warm climates, aphids can be problematic. |