Good King Henry Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Good King Henry is a hardy, perennial plant known for its upright growth and long-term productivity. It is well adapted to temperate climates and thrives in well-drained, fertile soils with consistent moisture. This plant is commonly grown in garden beds and permaculture settings, where it establishes deep roots and returns year after year. It tolerates partial shade as well as full sun and is suitable for long-term planting in fixed garden locations.

Features

• Hardy perennial with upright growth habit
• Suitable for long-term garden planting
• Adaptable to full sun and partial shade
• Develops deep roots and re-establishes annually
• Suitable for garden beds and naturalized planting

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Chenopodium bonus-henricus
• Common Name (US): Good King Henry
• Seed Type / Variety: Perennial herb variety
• Growth Habit: Upright perennial
• USDA Zones: 3 to 9
• Planting Season: Early spring or fall
• Growing Season: Spring to fall
• Sowing Season: February to April, or September to November
• Germination Time And Conditions: 3 to 8 weeks; improved with cold stratification
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate, prefers consistent moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 1 to 3 feet height, 1 to 2 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 12 to 18 inches apart