Growing Perilla Seeds in Zone 8b

Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Perilla Seeds. Last frost: Mar 22. First frost: Nov 10.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 8Nov 10

Season: Mar 22 – Nov 10 (233 days)

Zone8b

Last FrostMar 22

First FrostNov 10

Season Length233 days

Days to Harvest135

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Perilla Seeds in Zone 8b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 8

Start Perilla Seeds seeds indoors around Feb 8 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 75°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 22

Transplant Perilla Seeds seedlings outdoors after Mar 22. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 30

First harvest approximately Jun 30 (~100 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 10).

Companion Planting

✅ Pepper✅ Sesame

Perilla Seeds in Other Zones

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Perilla Seeds in Zone 8b?

Start Perilla Seeds seeds indoors around Feb 8. Transplant outdoors after Mar 22. Expect first harvest around Jun 30.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8b is Mar 22. The first fall frost averages Nov 10, giving a 233-day growing season.

Can I grow Perilla Seeds in Zone 8b?

Yes. Perilla Seeds needs 135 days to harvest. Zone 8b has a 233-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Perilla Seeds in Zone 8b?

The best time to start Perilla Seeds in Zone 8b is Feb. Begin seeds indoors around Feb 8, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Mar 22.

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 8b, expect your first harvest around Jun 30.

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