Q&A for How to Grow Henna

Mehndi can help relieve headaches, detox the body, boost hair health, and protect the skin.

To make henna, take the leaves from the plant, dry them, crush them, and make them into a paste.

The henna plant is native to North Africa as it is a tropical plant that likes a dry climate and well-drained soil.

This will depend on how large the type of shrub you’ve chosen for the hedge gets. Read the tag that came with your plant or do some research. If using henna, plant each immature plant 3 to 4 feet apart. This will allow enough room between each but allow a hedge to form.

If this temperature lasts for more than a day or two, then be wary. Provide regular watering and consider shading your plants with a shade cloth when temperatures are very high for long periods of time.

The insects may be inhibiting the growth of your plants. Spray the plant with a natural bug repellent to eliminate them and restore growth.

No, it doesn't matter what time of year you sow the seeds as long as you can provide a warm area indoors for them to grow. If you intend on planting your plants outside, you'll want to do so in warmer weather.

8 to 9 cm should be enough distance between the plants.

You can buy henna seeds or plants at a local plant nursery or a plant store. You can also try the plant section of a home improvement store.

They usually take up to 2-3 weeks. The time also depends on the seed you're are trying to grow. Like, if you take off the hard shell that seeds usually have, they will sprout faster. To take off the hard shell, you can soak them in water overnight.