Good King Henry
Chenopodium bonus-henricus
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Good King Henry is a perennial vegetable with spinach-like leaves and edible shoots, historically valued as a spring green and potherb. It self-seeds readily and is a low-maintenance addition to permaculture systems.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Central Europe
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Good King Henry is a perennial vegetable with spinach-like leaves and edible shoots, historically valued as a spring green and potherb. It self-seeds readily and is a low-maintenance addition to permaculture systems.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Good King Henry grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Central Europe
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation