Edible Green Leaves
Produces green foliage traditionally harvested for use as a cooked leafy vegetable.
King Henry Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Product description
King Henry Seeds
King Henry, commonly known as Good King Henry, is a perennial leafy vegetable traditionally grown for its edible leaves and young shoots. Botanically known as Blitum bonus-henricus, it is valued in traditional kitchen gardens and edible landscapes. This hardy plant can grow in suitable garden beds with fertile soil and consistent moisture. Before listing this product, confirm the seed identity and variety with your supplier.
Good King Henry
Perennial Leafy Vegetable
Edible Young Shoots
Kitchen Garden Plant
Key Features
Tender Young Shoots
Young shoots can be harvested when tender and prepared using suitable cooking methods.
Perennial Growth
Can return year after year in suitable climates, making it a useful addition to perennial vegetable gardens.
Traditional Garden Vegetable
Offers an alternative leafy crop for kitchen gardens and edible landscape planting areas.
Product Highlights
Traditional leafy vegetable
Known as Good King Henry
Perennial herbaceous plant
Edible leaves when properly prepared
Tender young shoots for cooking
Suitable for kitchen gardens
Prefers fertile, moist soil
Can grow in partial shade
Specifications
| Product Name | King Henry Seeds |
| Scientific Name | Blitum bonus-henricus (syn. Chenopodium bonus-henricus) |
| Common Name | Good King Henry; Lincolnshire Spinach; Perennial Goosefoot |
| Plant Family | Amaranthaceae |
| Seed Type | Perennial Leafy Vegetable Seeds |
| Growth Habit | Herbaceous perennial |
| Leaf Color | Green |
| Planting Season | Generally spring or fall, depending on climate |
| Seed Starting | Follow species-specific sowing instructions; cold stratification may improve germination |
| Germination Time | Variable; may be slow and irregular |
| Germination Temperature | Follow verified supplier recommendations |
| Sunlight | Partial shade to full sun in cooler conditions |
| Soil Requirements | Fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil |
| Watering | Maintain consistent moisture without waterlogging |
| Mature Plant Size | Approximately 1–3 feet tall, depending on growing conditions |
| Plant Spacing | Allow adequate room for mature foliage; follow supplier guidance |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Seeds
Good King Henry seeds can germinate slowly or irregularly. Follow the supplier's instructions, including any recommended cold stratification treatment.
Good King Henry seeds can germinate slowly or irregularly. Follow the supplier's instructions, including any recommended cold stratification treatment.
Step 2: Prepare the Soil
Choose fertile, moisture-retentive soil with good drainage. Remove weeds and prepare a suitable garden bed or container.
Choose fertile, moisture-retentive soil with good drainage. Remove weeds and prepare a suitable garden bed or container.
Step 3: Sow the Seeds
Sow seeds according to verified species-specific directions. Maintain suitable moisture and avoid burying seeds more deeply than recommended.
Sow seeds according to verified species-specific directions. Maintain suitable moisture and avoid burying seeds more deeply than recommended.
Step 4: Care for Young Plants
Provide appropriate light and consistent soil moisture. Protect developing seedlings from excessive heat and competition from weeds.
Provide appropriate light and consistent soil moisture. Protect developing seedlings from excessive heat and competition from weeds.
Step 5: Harvest Responsibly
Allow plants to establish before harvesting. Pick young leaves and shoots selectively, and cook them appropriately before eating. Avoid consuming unidentified plants.
Allow plants to establish before harvesting. Pick young leaves and shoots selectively, and cook them appropriately before eating. Avoid consuming unidentified plants.
Grow Good King Henry in Your Kitchen Garden
Add a traditional perennial leafy vegetable to your garden with King Henry Seeds. With suitable soil, consistent moisture, and patience during germination, Good King Henry can become a useful addition to an edible garden. Confirm seed identity and follow reliable growing instructions for the best results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find helpful information about Good King Henry seed germination, growing conditions, and harvesting.
How do you germinate Good King Henry seeds?
Good King Henry seeds may germinate slowly and unevenly. Follow the seed supplier's sowing instructions. Some seed lots benefit from a period of cold stratification to help overcome dormancy. Maintain suitable moisture and allow time for seedlings to emerge.
Is Good King Henry a perennial alternative to spinach?
Yes. Good King Henry is a perennial leafy vegetable whose young leaves and shoots have traditionally been used as cooked greens. Unlike annual spinach, an established plant can return in subsequent growing seasons under suitable conditions. Harvest selectively to help the plant remain healthy and productive.
Can Good King Henry grow in partial shade?
Good King Henry can grow in partial shade, particularly where summers are warm. It generally prefers fertile, moisture-retentive soil with good drainage. Keep the soil consistently moist and choose a location suited to your local climate.