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Growing Leek in Zone 10b

Zone 10b has a year-round growing season. Leek can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 28. First frost: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor
Outdoor
Harvest
Nov 19Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 days)

Zone10b
Last FrostJan 28
First FrostDec 22
Season Length328 days
Days to Harvest120
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceModerate
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Leek in Zone 10b

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 19

Start Leek seeds indoors around Nov 19 (10 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 14

Transplant Leek seedlings outdoors after Jan 14. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 14

First harvest approximately Apr 14 (~90 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22). Leek can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Companion Planting

✅ Carrots✅ Onions✅ Celery
❌ Beans❌ Peas

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