When is the best time to sow henna?

Henna sowing time

Henna is a plant of the Impatiens family. It can be propagated by sowing and cuttings. It has strong adaptability to the environment. It can germinate 7 days after planting and bloom after 2-3 months.

The planting season for henna is not very demanding and it can generally be planted between March and October. This plant is not difficult to plant and is easy to manage.

Henna sowing method

1. Choose the soil

Before sowing henna, it is best to choose loose, fertile, well-drained soil. After preparing the land and making ridges, apply an appropriate amount of base fertilizer to the soil.

2. Planting

In the south, seeds can be sown directly in open-field seedbeds, while in the north, seedlings need to be transplanted. The planting row spacing should be about 35 cm. After sowing, cover the soil and compact it.

Key points and techniques for growing henna

1. After germination, henna seeds need to be watered appropriately, and the environment needs to be kept ventilated and given sufficient light so that they can grow healthily.

2. After the henna seedlings emerge, pay attention to proper shading, because the henna seedlings are not resistant to strong light, and they can easily be sunburned if the light is too strong.