Perilla Germination Information
Perilla is the botanical name for Beefsteak Plant
How to Sow Perilla: - Best sown indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost at a temperature 65-75°
- Expect germination in 15-20 days
- Sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed
- Do not cover the seeds as light is necessary for germination
- When sowing seed outdoors, we recommend a maximum planting depth of 4X the width of the seed
How to Grow Perilla: Transplanting: Transplant with care to its permanent place in the garden as Perilla resents being moved
Spacing: Site 12-15 inches apart in full sun or light shade
Soil: Plant in an average to dry soil with good drainage
Additional Care: Pinch when 6 inches tall to induce bushiness. It self sows readily. To grow indoors, provide 55° nights, full sun, and keep the soil evenly moist
Appearance and Use:
This annual is used in borders, beds, and planters, and is grown as a houseplant. The crisp, deeply toothed, reddish purple foliage has a metallic, bronzy sheen. The plants reach 18-36 inches, have square stems, and bear pale lavender- pink or white flowers in 3-6 inch racemes in late summer. Perilla is primarily grown for its foliage
About Perilla: Pronunciation: pe-ril’å fru-tes’enz
Lifecycle: Annual
Origination: Lamiaceae; native to India
Common Name: Beefsteak Plant