My leeks are getting floppy

Lincoln, NE(Zone 5a)

So out here we're starting to get hot, and slowly but surely my cool weather crops are finishing up. This is my first year for leeks, and I'm wondering--does the floppy top mean it's time to harvest? I'm guessing the base is about maybe an inch or so in diameter. (I forgot about trenching when I planted it, so I'm afraid there won't be much white to it, but I'm thrilled to do this well anyway--started this baby from seed!)

Thanks for the help!

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San Tan Valley, AZ(Zone 9b)

Looking good Jill! Is there a pot of potato and leek soup in your future? My onions, shallots and garlic are all looking like they are about ready too. I didn't do any leeks this year but maybe next season. I've never grown leeks before so it's about time I do.

Lincoln, NE(Zone 5a)

Thanks, Dan! Actually, it'll be chicken-barley-leek soup for this baby, but next year if I get the potato thing worked out I'll be giving that a try too.

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