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Growing Perilla Seeds in Zone 2b

Zone 2b has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Perilla Seeds early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Last frost: May 25. First frost: Aug 28.

Season Too Short

Perilla Seeds needs 135 days to harvest, but Zone 2b has only a 95-day growing season. Consider short-season varieties or season extension techniques (cold frames, row covers).

Zone2b
Last FrostMay 25
First FrostAug 28
Season Length95 days
Days to Harvest135
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceNone
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Perilla Seeds in Zone 2b

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 13

Start Perilla Seeds seeds indoors around Apr 13 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 75°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 25

Transplant Perilla Seeds seedlings outdoors after May 25. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Sep 2

First harvest approximately Sep 2 (~100 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Aug 28).

Companion Planting

✅ Pepper✅ Sesame

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