Bring Natural Beauty Home: Live Henna Plant (Lawsonia inermis)
Cultivate the ancient art of henna with your very own live Lawsonia inermis plant!
This hardy and beautiful shrub is the source of the natural red-orange dye used for centuries in body art (mehndi), hair coloring, and traditional medicine. Our healthy, established henna plants are ready to thrive in your garden or container, bringing a touch of exotic beauty and natural artistry to your life.
Why Choose Our Henna Plant?
* Healthy & Established: We provide robust, well-rooted plants, ready to grow.
* Natural Dye Source: Harvest your own henna leaves for fresh, potent dye.
* Ornamental Beauty: Enjoy the delicate flowers and lush foliage of this unique shrub.
* Sustainable & Natural: Embrace a natural alternative to synthetic dyes.
Growing Your Henna Plant:
* Climate: Henna thrives in warm, sunny climates. Ideal for USDA hardiness zones 9-11, or as a container plant in cooler regions.
* Sunlight: Requires full sun (6-8 hours daily) for optimal growth and dye production.
* Soil: Prefers well-draining, sandy loam soil. Amend heavy soils with perlite or sand.
* Watering: Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering.
* Fertilizing: Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
* Harvesting: Once the plant is mature (2-3 years), harvest leaves during the dry season for the highest lawsone content. Dry the leaves thoroughly before grinding into powder.
* Container Growing: Henna adapts well to containers. Use a large pot with drainage holes and a well-draining potting mix.
Using Your Henna:
* Henna Paste Preparation:
* Grind dried leaves into a fine powder.
* Mix with warm water, lemon juice, or other acidic liquids to create a smooth paste.
* Allow the paste to rest for several hours to release the dye.
* Hair Coloring: Apply the paste to clean, dry hair, leaving it on for 1-4 hours for desired color intensity. Rinse thoroughly.
* Mehndi (Body Art): Apply the paste using a cone or applicator. Allow it to dry for 6-12 hours before removing, revealing a beautiful temporary stain.
* Important: Always perform a patch test before applying henna to a large area of skin or hair. Use non-metal bowls and utensils when mixing henna.
Order Your Henna Plant Today and Begin Your Natural Henna Journey!
* Plant size and container may vary.
* Detailed growing instructions included.
