When should I plant Perilla Seeds in Zone 7b?

Start Perilla Seeds seeds indoors around Feb 27. Transplant outdoors after Apr 10. Expect first harvest around Jul 19.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Perilla Seeds in Zone 7b?

Yes. Perilla Seeds needs 135 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Perilla Seeds in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Perilla Seeds. Last frost: Apr 10. First frost: Nov 7.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 27Nov 7

Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 days)

Zone7b

Last FrostApr 10

First FrostNov 7

Season Length211 days

Days to Harvest135

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Perilla Seeds in Zone 7b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 27

Start Perilla Seeds seeds indoors around Feb 27 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 75°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 10

Transplant Perilla Seeds seedlings outdoors after Apr 10. 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 19

First harvest approximately Jul 19 (~100 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7).

Companion Planting

✅ Pepper✅ Sesame

Perilla Seeds in Other Zones

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