Growing Perilla Seeds in Zone 8a
Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Perilla Seeds. Last frost: Apr 5. First frost: Oct 28.
Planting Calendar
Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 days)
When to Plant Perilla Seeds in Zone 8a
Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 22
Start Perilla Seeds seeds indoors around Feb 22 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 75°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.
Transplant Outdoors: Apr 5
Transplant Perilla Seeds seedlings outdoors after Apr 5. 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 14
First harvest approximately Jul 14 (~100 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28).
Companion Planting
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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.
What is the best month to plant Perilla Seeds in Zone 8a?
The best time to start Perilla Seeds in Zone 8a is Feb. Begin seeds indoors around Feb 22, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Apr 5.
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 8a, expect your first harvest around Jul 14.
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