Growing Perilla Seeds in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Perilla Seeds. Last frost: Apr 15. First frost: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 4Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 days)

Zone6b

Last FrostApr 15

First FrostOct 22

Season Length190 days

Days to Harvest135

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Perilla Seeds in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 4

Start Perilla Seeds seeds indoors around Mar 4 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 75°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 15

Transplant Perilla Seeds seedlings outdoors after Apr 15. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 24

First harvest approximately Jul 24 (~100 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

Companion Planting

✅ Pepper✅ Sesame

Perilla Seeds in Other Zones

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Perilla Seeds in Zone 6b?

Start Perilla Seeds seeds indoors around Mar 4. Transplant outdoors after Apr 15. Expect first harvest around Jul 24.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Perilla Seeds in Zone 6b?

Yes. Perilla Seeds needs 135 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Perilla Seeds in Zone 6b?

The best time to start Perilla Seeds in Zone 6b is Mar. Begin seeds indoors around Mar 4, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Apr 15.

What companion plants grow well with Perilla Seeds?

Good companion plants for Perilla Seeds include Pepper, Sesame.

How long does Perilla Seeds take to harvest?

Perilla Seeds takes approximately 135 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 6b, expect your first harvest around Jul 24.

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