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When to Plant Leek in Ruther Glen, Virginia (22546)

Location

Ruther Glen, Virginia

ZIP Code

22546

USDA Zone

7b

Last Frost

Sunday, April 5, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Sunday, February 22, 2026

Pro Tip: Leek can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Allium porrum
Days to Maturity 7 days

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun

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Water

Regular

Seeds typically germinate in 1-7 days

🤝 Good Companions

CeleryAppleCarrot

⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

Swiss Chard

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Growing Leek in Zone 7b

Leek (Allium porrum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Ruther Glen, Virginia, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, February 22, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, April 5, 2026. Leek grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.