Perilla

Variety

Perilla

created by Ingrid L. at 02.04.2021

Seed packet

Season Overview

Propagating

Planting

Harvest

J

F

M

A

M

J

J

A

S

O

N

D

Description

Seasoning herb with an anise-like aroma, used in Japan for pickled vegetables (e.g. cucumbers). In Korea eaten raw with meat/garlic. The plants are very vigorous and productive in suitable, sunny locations, up to 1.30m. Pre-cultivation: April-May Planting out: Early June Harvest: from July annual

Non hybrid

Not frost resistant

Growing tips

The plant is a short-day plant and tends to bloom early when pre-cultivated. The flower shoots should be removed early here, otherwise the taste quality suffers significantly. If possible, outdoor or direct balcony cultivation is recommended.

Details

Light requirement

Sunny

Water requirement

Wet

Soil

Medium (loamy)

Nutrient requirement

Medium

Seeding distance

10 cm

Row spacing

10 cm

Seeding depth

0 cm

Antagonistic Plants

Diseases

No diseases

Pests

Land snails

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