Japanese Perilla Seeds - Herbal Plant

Japanese Perilla is an annual herbaceous plant valued for its decorative foliage and adaptable growth habit. It grows upright and is suitable for herb gardens, borders, containers, raised beds, and mixed garden plantings. The plant performs well in a variety of growing conditions and thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with consistent moisture. Suitable for warm-season cultivation, Japanese Perilla provides dense foliage and visual interest throughout the growing season.

Features

• Annual herb with attractive foliage
• Suitable for herb gardens, containers, and borders
• 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
• Common Name (US): Japanese Perilla
• 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