Good King Henry (3 plants)

Good King Henry (Chenopodium bonus-henricus): Perennial Spinach Alternative

Good King Henry, also known as Lincolnshire Spinach, is a versatile perennial vegetable native to Europe. This hardy plant offers edible leaves, shoots, and seeds, making it a valuable addition to permaculture gardens.

Growing 1-2 feet tall, Good King Henry forms clumps of arrow-shaped, dark green leaves. In late spring, it produces tall spikes of small, greenish flowers followed by edible seeds. The young leaves can be used like spinach, while the young shoots can be prepared similarly to asparagus.

This plant thrives in partial shade to full sun and prefers rich, moist soil. It’s hardy in USDA zones 3-9 and is notably low-maintenance once established. Good King Henry is also known for its ability to self-seed and naturalize in suitable conditions.

At Humble Abode Nursery, we offer bare-root Good King Henry plants propagated from vigorous, productive stock. Our plants are grown using sustainable practices to ensure healthy specimens.

Consider adding Good King Henry to your garden if you’re looking for low-maintenance perennial vegetables, want to extend your harvest season with early spring greens, or are interested in exploring historical European vegetables.