Good King Henry Seed

To many people Good King Henry is classed as a weed; historically it was introduced to the UK by the Romans - who recognised its value as a vegetable.

In some parts of the Country it is known as Lincolnshire Spinach or Mercury.

Perennial in habit, the young leaves can be used in exactly the same way as perpetual spinach - whilst the juvenile flower buds can be sautéed in butter. But for a real gourmet delight the young shoots can be forced in the Spring to produce an Asparagus alternative.

• Sow April onwards in ¼" (6cmm) deep drills 18" (45 cm) apart.
• Thin seedlings to 12" (30 cm) apart.

• Top Tips
• Plants do not transplant well - so always sow where you plan to grow.
• Keep well watered and mulch well annually.
• Pick foliage regularly to ensure the juvenility and avoid toughness.
• Similarly trim off flower bud to prevent plants going to seed.