Beefsteak Plant Seeds – Perilla

Beefsteak Plant, also known as Perilla, is an attractive and aromatic annual plant valued for its colorful foliage and easy growth. Its deep red-purple leaves add vibrant contrast to gardens and landscapes. The plant is well-suited for warm climates and can be grown in garden beds or pots.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Annual ornamental foliage plant

• Variety Name: Perilla (Beefsteak Plant)

• Growth Habit: Bushy and upright with broad, ruffled leaves

• Maturity: About 60–80 days from sowing

• Growing Season: Spring to late summer

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–11 (grown as annual in cooler zones)

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 4–6: April–June

  • Zones 7–9: March–May

  • Zones 10–11: February–April

• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Watering: Moderate; keep soil slightly moist but not soggy

• Spacing: 10–12 inches between plants

• Uses: Ornamental foliage, border plantings, and natural landscaping