I used to earth them up as they grow to get a larger white area but I don't
bother now. They are easier to clean if you don't earth them up. Some people
trim the roots and tops but seems a waste of time to me. Each to his/her own
though

miklol wrote:
: I have put some leek plants in and they are still healthy after a
: week. Now do I have to earth them up or trim off the tops as I have
: been told or just leave them alone?

Robert