leek moth

[charles]

 Hmmm, sounds bad. I have not covered any leeks and they are nearly all being or have been nibbled by moth maggots, but are still growing reasonably well. May-planted King Richard are enormous and when peeling their leaves I notice some moth-caterpillar damage. Later plantings are more affected, but still ok. I think part of the secret is to sow and plant as early as possible, into rich, moist soil so the leeks can grow away from being nibbled.