Rusty Leeks..

[Paul]

I have quite a problem with rust on my leeks,at my allotment (Lincolnshire) it usually appears mid October.
I was wondering if anyone on here has grown perennial leeks such as Babbington and have they got a better resistance than some of the more modern cultivars?

While I’m here has anyone got any experience of growing Asturian tree cabbage? I want to grow Taunton Deane kale but I am struggling to find any cutting suppliers at the moment..

[charles]

Paul, rust on leeks and garlic is gaining ground and nobody I know is sure why.
I keep pulling off rusty leaves, to the compost heap.
The Asturian for me made a loose head of leaves pale in colour, I was not that impressed, don’t know how perennial it is

[Paul]

Thanks Charles yes rust does seem to be on the up,I had to harvest all of my softneck garlic far too early this summer.
I will hold off on the tree cabbage seeds and try to get some kale cuttings in the speing.

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