Seed Details & Growing Guide
All the essential information to grow healthy, vibrant flowers.
- Seed Type Vegetable Seeds
- Plant Type Biennial Leafy Vegetable
- Germination Time 7-14 days
- Sowing Depth 0.5-1 cm
- Plant Spacing 20-25 cm
- Sunlight Full sun to part shade
- Soil Type Rich, well-drained soil
- Watering Regular watering to keep soil evenly moist
- Ideal Temperature 15-25°C
- Blooming Time Leaves harvestable 30-60 days after sowing; plant grows through first year
- Suitable For Garden beds, containers (moderate to large), raised beds
- Seed Storage Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container
- Special Care Harvest leaves frequently to encourage new growth; tolerate partial shade
Description
King Henry is a biennial leafy vegetable suitable for garden beds, containers, and raised beds. Sow 0.5-1 cm deep and space 20-25 cm apart in full sun to part shade, with rich, well-drained soil and regular watering to keep it evenly moist. It germinates in 7-14 days and leaves are harvestable 30-60 days after sowing, with the plant continuing to grow through the first year. Harvest leaves frequently to encourage new growth and tolerate partial shade.