King Henry Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Good King Henry is a hardy perennial vegetable plant valued for its edible leafy greens and upright clumping growth habit. The plant produces broad green leaves and tender shoots that are commonly grown in cottage gardens and perennial edible landscapes. It thrives in cool to mild climates with fertile, well-drained soil and moderate moisture. Suitable for vegetable gardens, herb gardens, and low-maintenance edible planting areas.

Features

• Hardy perennial leafy vegetable plant
• Produces edible green leaves and shoots
• Upright clumping growth habit
• Suitable for edible and cottage gardens
• Adapted to cool and mild climates
• Performs well in fertile, well-drained soil
• Low-maintenance perennial crop

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Blitum bonus-henricus
• Common Name (US): Good King Henry
• Seed Type / Variety: Perennial Leafy Vegetable Variety
• Growth Habit: Upright perennial herbaceous plant
• USDA Zones: 3-9
• Planting Season: Spring or Fall
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: March-May and September-October
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14-30 days with cool, moist soil conditions
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate watering with regular moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 1-3 feet tall
• Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches apart