{"product_id":"red-henbit-lamium-purpureum-seeds-for-home-gardening-wildflower-gardens-natural-landscaping-and-outdoor-planting","title":"Red Henbit Lamium purpureum Seeds for Home Gardening, Wildflower Gardens, Natural Landscaping, and Outdoor Planting","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Henbit, scientifically known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLamium purpureum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is a low-growing annual plant recognized for its distinctive reddish-purple foliage and small pinkish-purple flowers. Often found in naturalized areas and open landscapes, this plant has a characteristic appearance that can add variety to garden spaces and informal planting areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso known as purple dead-nettle, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLamium purpureum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e belongs to the mint family, Lamiaceae. Its softly textured, opposite leaves and colorful upper foliage make it identifiable among other low-growing herbaceous plants. The plant typically develops an upright to spreading growth habit and may produce small flowers along its upper stems during the flowering season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Henbit seeds are suitable for gardeners interested in exploring naturally occurring plant varieties, creating informal garden areas, or incorporating this species into appropriate naturalized landscapes. Before planting, consider local growing conditions and whether the species is suitable for the intended location, as it can spread readily in favorable environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Red Henbit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlternative Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Purple Dead-Nettle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLamium purpureum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Family:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lamiaceae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Annual herbaceous plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Opposite leaves, often with reddish or purplish coloration near the upper stems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Small pinkish-purple to purple flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low-growing to upright, with spreading growth in suitable conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary Applications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Naturalized planting areas, informal gardens, and botanical plant collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive Foliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The upper leaves may display noticeable reddish-purple tones that distinguish the plant from many common garden herbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColorful Flowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Small flowers with pinkish-purple to purple coloring provide seasonal visual interest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecognizable Botanical Species:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its characteristic leaf arrangement and flower structure make it an interesting addition to collections of wild and naturalized plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdaptable Growth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Red Henbit can establish in a range of open environments when growing conditions are suitable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Landscaping Interest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The species may be considered for informal planting areas where its growth habit and potential spread can be appropriately managed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing and Care Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Environment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Henbit commonly occurs in open, disturbed, and partially vegetated areas. Select a planting location based on the local climate, available light, soil conditions, and the intended purpose of the planting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis species can grow in sunny locations as well as areas with partial shade. The amount of sunlight available may influence its growth and overall appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil and Drainage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Henbit can establish in different soil types, provided conditions are suitable for plant growth. Avoid persistently waterlogged soil, and consider the drainage characteristics of the planting site.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering Considerations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide suitable moisture during seed establishment and early growth. After establishment, watering needs depend on rainfall, soil moisture, and local weather conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeed Starting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrepare the planting area by removing unwanted vegetation and lightly preparing the soil surface. Follow the seed supplier's instructions for sowing depth, spacing, and germination requirements, as these details can vary with the seed source and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer Growing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Henbit may be grown in a container when suitable soil, drainage, and growing conditions are provided. Because the plant can spread through seed, monitor its growth and remove unwanted seed heads where necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden and Landscaping Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Henbit can be considered for informal garden spaces, botanical collections, and naturalized planting areas where the species is appropriate. Its reddish upper foliage and small purple-toned flowers contribute to its distinctive appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore introducing this plant into an outdoor landscape, check local guidance regarding its status and suitability. Red Henbit can behave as a weed in lawns, cultivated beds, and agricultural areas, so controlled planting and ongoing management may be appropriate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Red Henbit Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLamium purpureum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Alternative Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Purple Dead-Nettle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Category:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Herbaceous flowering plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Life Cycle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Annual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Color:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pinkish-purple to purple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Applications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Informal gardens, naturalized areas, and botanical plant collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral Growing Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermination and plant development depend on temperature, soil moisture, light exposure, and other local environmental conditions. Use the seed supplier's growing instructions for specific sowing guidance. Monitor established plants to prevent unwanted spread, particularly in lawns, cultivated gardens, and areas where the species is not desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Indian Seed House","offers":[{"title":"100 Pcs","offer_id":71567027503357,"sku":"RAT-INH-003996","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Pcs","offer_id":71567027536125,"sku":"RAT-INH-003997","price":54.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Pcs","offer_id":71567027568893,"sku":"RAT-INH-003998","price":89.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/4335\/8205\/files\/images-2026-10-15T160507.495.jpg?v=1792062340","url":"https:\/\/www.indianseedhouse.com\/products\/red-henbit-lamium-purpureum-seeds-for-home-gardening-wildflower-gardens-natural-landscaping-and-outdoor-planting","provider":"Indian Seed House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}