On Tue, 25 Mar 2003 13:47:13 -0000, "Kman"
wrote:

I want to transplant the leeks I have grown from seed. They have roots up
to 6 inches long. Can I trim the roots to a manageable size with out
damaging the leeks.

You needn't worry, the roots are so brittle that they tend to get
damaged during the transplant process - so simply cut them off about
an inch from the base.
I snip a few inches off the leaves too, to lessen moisture loss.
Make sure you water them in well - and using dibber holes, don't
bother to fill them in.

They'll put out new roots in no time at all.

Regards,



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