{"product_id":"henna-plant-lawsonia-inermis-in-pot","title":"Henna Plant - Lawsonia inermis (in pot)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHenna\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eLawsonia inermis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLawsonia inermis, commonly known as Henna, is a striking tropical shrub cultivated for centuries for its richly fragrant flowers and its leaves — dried and ground into a natural dye used for skin art, hair colouring, and fabric staining. The leaves contain lawsone, a natural pigment that produces the iconic reddish-orange colour synonymous with henna traditions around the world. As a garden plant, it forms a dense, multi-branched shrub with glossy green leaves and beautiful clusters of cream to pink flowers that carry a sweet, heady fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to hot, sunny regions of Africa and Asia, Henna thrives in warm conditions and well-drained soil. In cooler New Zealand climates, it is best grown in containers so it can be overwintered indoors or in a warm, sheltered greenhouse to protect it from frost. In cooler conditions it may drop its leaves over winter — this is completely normal. With the return of warmth and light in spring, it will reshoot and begin its growth cycle again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLANT CARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun; essential for strong growth and best leaf production\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during active growth; allow the top few centimetres to dry slightly between waterings; avoid waterlogging\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low humidity preferred; tolerates dry conditions well\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003eConsiderations:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFrost-tender\u003c\/strong\u003e — overwinter indoors or in a sheltered greenhouse in cooler climates. Best grown in a container for easy overwintering. May drop leaves in winter; this is normal — it will reshoot with warmth in spring. Plant in well-draining soil, such as our specifically designed blend for \u003ca title=\"Indoor Potting Mix\" href=\"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/products\/indoor-potting-mix-10-liters\"\u003earoids and houseplants.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Photos are representative of the plants available; each plant is naturally unique. Plant in 4\" pot.\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Rasmussen Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58014696800559,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/4098\/4879\/files\/Henna_Plant_-_Lawsonia_inermis_in_pot.png?v=1780188572","url":"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/products\/henna-plant-lawsonia-inermis-in-pot","provider":"Rasmussen Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}