Beefsteak Plant Seeds - Herbal Plant

Beefsteak Plant is an annual herbaceous plant known for its colorful foliage and upright growth habit. It is commonly grown in herb gardens, ornamental borders, containers, raised beds, and mixed garden plantings. The plant adapts well to a variety of growing conditions and performs best in well-drained, fertile soil with regular moisture. Suitable for warm-season cultivation, Beefsteak Plant adds texture, color, and visual interest to garden spaces throughout the growing season.

Features

• Annual herb with attractive colorful foliage
• Suitable for herb gardens, borders, and containers
• Adaptable to a range of growing conditions
• Performs well in full sun to partial shade
• Suitable for ornamental and edible garden plantings
• Produces dense foliage throughout the growing season

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Perilla frutescens var. crispa
• Common Name (US): Beefsteak Plant
• Seed Type / Variety: Herb Seed
• Growth Habit: Upright annual herb
• USDA Zones: 2–11 (grown as an annual)
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: Spring to Early Summer
• Sowing Season Months: March–June
• Germination: 7–21 days at 65–75°F (18–24°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate
• Mature Plant Size: 18–36 in tall, 12–24 in spread
• Plant Spacing: 12–18 in apart