When should I plant Perilla Seeds in Zone 8a?

Start Perilla Seeds seeds indoors around Feb 22. Transplant outdoors after Apr 5. Expect first harvest around Jul 14.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8a is Apr 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 28, giving a 206-day growing season.

Can I grow Perilla Seeds in Zone 8a?

Yes. Perilla Seeds needs 135 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Perilla Seeds in Zone 8a

Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Perilla Seeds. Siste frost: Apr 5. Første frost: Oct 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 22Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 dager)

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Siste frostApr 5

Første frostOct 28

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When to Plant Perilla Seeds in Zone 8a

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 22

Start Perilla Seeds seeds indoors around Feb 22 (6 uker før siste frost). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 5

Transplant Perilla Seeds seedlings outdoors after Apr 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm avstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 14

First harvest approximately Jul 14 (~100 dager from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28).

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Perilla Seeds in Other Zones

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