Seeds or transplants should be planted during late fall or early winter. Plants should be set out in early spring. When the plants are about the size of a pencil, till up the soil around the plants to cause the edible portion to be longer and whiter. Availability - Leeks are commonly found in most areas of Texas throughout the year, but especially in late spring and during the winter. Some commercial production occurs in Texas.
Leeks are a common garden vegetable.
Selection - Select or harvest leeks that are about one inch in diameter and that are free from blemishes. Tops should be healthy looking and free of discoloration. Storage - Leeks will keep for several weeks if maintained at temperatures near 35 degrees. F. and a relative humidity near 90 percent. If desired, split the leek in half lengthwise to aid in the removal of grit.