BOTH LEEK AND ONION BOOKS A5 SIZE PLUS POST
£29.99
A practical guide to growing exhibition standard leeks from seed to show bench and back to seed again.
This printed handbook explains the full exhibition growing cycle used by some of the most successful growers on the show bench.
From selecting and producing seed, raising young plants, managing heat and light, feeding, watering and disease control, through to blanching, lifting and preparing leeks for exhibition every stage is covered in clear, practical detail.
What You'll Learn
• Selecting and producing reliable seed
• Sowing and early plant management
• Heating, lighting and controlled growth
• Feeding and watering routines
• Preventing pests and disease
• Blanching for a clean barrel
• Preparing leeks for the show bench
• Returning plants back to seed for future crops
Who This Handbook Is For
This guide is written for:
• growers interested in exhibiting
• experienced growers refining their technique
• beginners learning exhibition methods
• allotment growers who simply want to raise their standard and grow stronger, better quality leeks
The principles of exhibition growing improve results wherever leeks are grown.
About the Author
John Soulsby has dedicated his life to the pursuit of growing excellence. A record holding exhibition grower and Chairman of the North East Horticultural Society, he has spent decades growing, breeding and judging vegetables at the highest levels of competition, winning numerous national titles along the way and, in 2007, producing a world record leek weighing 19lb 5oz.
This handbook reflects a lifetime devoted to precision, discipline and mastery of the grower’s craft.
Exhibition Onion Growing Handbook
A complete step by step guide to growing exhibition standard onions from seed to show bench and back to seed again.
Whether your goal is to grow onions for competition or simply raise your standards on the allotment, this handbook takes you through the full exhibition growing process with clarity and detail.
Written by John Soulsby, a record holding exhibition grower, judge, and Chairman of the North East Horticultural Society, this handbook explains the proven methods behind consistent show bench results. It covers two full growing cycles from seed to exhibition onion and from onion back to seed so you can preserve and develop your own stock for future seasons.
What You Will Learn
The handbook explains how to select and produce seed, how to sow and manage early growth, how to progress plants through pots, and how to use heating and lighting effectively. It covers watering, feeding, plant management, and how to approach different exhibition classes. It also includes guidance on monitoring health, identifying pests and common diseases, and the full process of lifting, drying, storing, and preparing onions for the show bench.
Who It Is For
This handbook is suitable for growers who want more consistent results, allotment growers who want to improve the quality of their crops, newcomers who are curious about exhibition techniques, and anyone who wants to grow stronger, cleaner, more uniform onions regardless of whether they plan to exhibit.
Exhibition growing methods benefit all growers, not just competitors. They help produce healthier plants, improved uniformity, and a higher overall standard.
About the Grower
John Soulsby is a long established exhibition grower, breeder, and judge with decades of practical experience. He is known for producing consistent, high quality onions and leeks and for his long involvement in the UK show circuit. His methods are trusted across the growing community and have been refined over many seasons.
This handbook presents his complete growing system in a practical, accessible format for growers at any level.