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American Flag Leek Seedseeks are easy to grow as microgreens and they provide a ton of flavor to food.American Flag Leeks have a very strong scent and a flavor similar to onions.The finished microgreen is a long, slender green similar to miniature chives. Micro-leeks are often used as an onion substitute in many dishes. Fantastic on hamburgers, soups, as garnishes, and more.American Flag Leek Highlights• Germination: 3 to 4 days.• Soak: No need.• Harvest: 12 to 15 days• Flavor: Mild onion flavor.• Nutrients: Vitamins B6, folate (B9) & C, and iron.A relative of onion and garlic, American Flag Leeks have an onion taste and will add color and flavor to any micro-salad or egg dish.They have a powerful scent and a flavor similar to mature leeks.The finished microgreen is a long, slender green similar to miniature chives. Micro-leeks are often used as an onion substitute many dishes — fantastic on hamburgers, soups, as garnishes, and more.A small crop goes a long way, as the onion flavor can over-power a dish if used too heavily.Harvest leek microgreens when they reach a height of 2 1/2- to 4-inches.The thin green stem will more than not have the remains of the black seed resting at the tip. The seed pod isn’t much of an issue when cooking. If it bothers you, they can be rinsed off with running water.Leeks are ready to harvest between 12 and 15 days after sowing.