Grow the beautiful Common Henna (Lawsonia inermis) Seeds, a heat-tolerant ornamental shrub known for its fragrant white flowers and dense branching habit. This sun-loving plant thrives in warm regions and is often grown as a decorative hedge, container specimen, or flowering landscape shrub.
Common Henna produces clusters of small, delicate blossoms and lush green foliage that creates year-round garden interest in suitable climates. These Non-GMO Henna Seeds grow into resilient plants that perform exceptionally well in full sun and well-drained soils, making them an excellent choice for gardeners in hot, arid, or tropical environments.
Features
- Produces clusters of fragrant white flowers
- Heat-tolerant shrub ideal for warm regions
- Thrives in full sun and dry conditions
- Dense branching habit suitable for hedges or bonsai
- Non-GMO seed quality
- Excellent for xeriscape and low-water landscapes
- Can be grown in containers in cooler climates
- Long-lived ornamental with attractive foliage
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Lawsonia inermis
- Common Name: Common Henna
- Seed Type: Non-GMO
- Plant Type: Woody perennial shrub
- USDA Zones: 9–12
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-draining, sandy or loamy soil
- Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established
- Flower Color: White to pale pink
- Bloom Time: Late spring through summer
- Height: 6–12 feet (can be pruned smaller)
- Spacing: 3–6 feet
- Season for Planting: Spring or early summer
- Germination Time: 14–28 days
- Germination Temperature: Warm soil (75–85°F)
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Maintenance Level: Low to moderate
- Climate Preference: Hot, dry, tropical, or subtropical conditions
Planting Guide
- Soil Preparation: Choose a sunny location with loose, well-draining soil.
- Sowing Time: Plant seeds in spring when temperatures are consistently warm.
- Seed Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in moist soil.
- Watering for Germination: Keep soil lightly moist until seedlings appear.
- Germination Window: Expect sprouting within 14–28 days.
- Light Requirements: Full sun is essential for strong growth.
- Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors only after warm temperatures are stable.
- Watering Routine: Water deeply but infrequently; avoid waterlogged soil.
- Pruning: Trim regularly to shape shrubs or maintain hedge form.
- Container Growing: Use a large pot with well-draining soil in cooler climates.