Perilla

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This striking plant features showy, richly hued foliage that provides excellent contrast of color, texture and form. Use in combination pots or in the garden. Particularly striking when mixed with silver foliages or yellow flowers. Very heat and cold tolerant. Vigorously reseeds. Prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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Details

Common name

Perilla

Botanical name

Perilla frutescens

Zone

Grow as an annual.

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Bloom time

No Bloom

Light

sun

Height

24-36" (61-91 cm)

Habit

upright

Water

daily

Feed

use all-purpose

Maintenance

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