Perilla Seeds Growing Guide
Lamiaceae family
Days to Harvest135 days
SunlightFull Sun
Frost ToleranceNone
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)
Germination7-14 days
HardinessTender
Germ. Temp75°F
Start Indoors6 weeks before last frost
Companion Planting
PepperSesame
Growth Stages
- Seedling
- Establishing
- Mature / Harvest Ready
Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1a | Apr 13 | May 25 | — | Sep 2 |
| Zone 1b | Apr 13 | May 25 | — | Sep 2 |
| Zone 2a | Apr 3 | May 15 | — | Aug 23 |
| Zone 2b | Apr 13 | May 25 | — | Sep 2 |
| Zone 3a | Apr 10 | May 22 | — | Aug 30 |
| Zone 3b | Apr 3 | May 15 | — | Aug 23 |
| Zone 4a | Mar 24 | May 5 | — | Aug 13 |
| Zone 4b | Mar 20 | May 1 | — | Aug 9 |
| Zone 5a | Mar 17 | Apr 28 | — | Aug 6 |
| Zone 5b | Mar 17 | Apr 28 | — | Aug 6 |
| Zone 6a | Mar 17 | Apr 28 | — | Aug 6 |
| Zone 6b | Mar 4 | Apr 15 | — | Jul 24 |
| Zone 7a | Mar 4 | Apr 15 | — | Jul 24 |
| Zone 7b | Feb 27 | Apr 10 | — | Jul 19 |
| Zone 8a | Feb 22 | Apr 5 | — | Jul 14 |
| Zone 8b | Feb 8 | Mar 22 | — | Jun 30 |
| Zone 9a | Feb 6 | Mar 20 | — | Jun 28 |
| Zone 9b | Jan 27 | Mar 10 | — | Jun 18 |
| Zone 10a | Jan 9 | Feb 20 | — | May 31 |
| Zone 10b | Dec 17 | Jan 28 | — | May 8 |
| Zone 11a | Dec 17 | Jan 28 | — | May 8 |
| Zone 11b | Dec 4 | Jan 15 | — | Apr 25 |
| Zone 12a | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | — | Apr 11 |
| Zone 12b | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | — | Apr 11 |
| Zone 13a | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | — | Apr 11 |
| Zone 13b | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | — | Apr 11 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Perilla Seeds?
Perilla Seeds takes approximately 135 days from planting to harvest.
How much sun does Perilla Seeds need?
Perilla Seeds requires full sun (6+ hours direct sunlight per day).
How far apart should I plant Perilla Seeds?
Plant Perilla Seeds at 4/sqft (6" apart) using square foot gardening spacing.
Can Perilla Seeds survive frost?
Perilla Seeds is frost-sensitive and should not be exposed to frost.
What are good companion plants for Perilla Seeds?
Good companion plants for Perilla Seeds include Pepper, Sesame.
How long does Perilla Seeds take to germinate?
Perilla Seeds seeds germinate in 7-14 days at an optimal temperature of 75°F.
When should I start Perilla Seeds seeds indoors?
Start Perilla Seeds seeds indoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.
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