ZonePlant
American Flag leek

vegetable variety in zone 6b

American Flag leek in zone 6b

American Flag · Allium ampeloprasum

Zone
6b -5°F to 0°F
Growing season
190 days
Days to harvest
100 to 130

The verdict

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About American Flag

Mild, sweet, classic flavor; heritage open-pollinated variety with thick white shanks. Soups, gratins, fresh. Cold-tolerant, dependable home-garden standard.

Critical timing for zone 6b

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Common challenges in zone 6b

  • ▸ Cedar-apple rust
  • ▸ Fire blight
  • ▸ Stink bugs

Modified care for zone 6b

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American Flag in adjacent zones

Other leek varieties for zone 6b

Frequently asked questions

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Will American Flag leek grow in zone 6b?

Yes. American Flag is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 7b, which includes zone 6b.

Image: "In zaad geschoten prei. (Allium ampeloprasum). Locatie, De Kruidhof Buitenpost 03", by Dominicus Johannes Bergsma, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

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