General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F)
Plant Height: 12 to 36 inches
Plant Spread: 12 to 18 inches
Leaves: Unusual foliage color
Deciduous
Fragrant
Other: Purple
Flowers: Inconspicuous
Flower Color: White
Bloom Size: Under 1"
Flower Time: Late summer or early fall
Uses: Will Naturalize
Edible Parts: Leaves
Eating Methods: Raw
Cooked
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Butterflies
Resistances: Deer Resistant
Humidity tolerant
Drought tolerant
Propagation: Seeds: Provide light
Needs specific temperature: 68ºF - 77ºF
Depth to plant seed: Shallowly sow at 1/4 to 1/2 inch, covering with a thin layer of soil.
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Common names
  • Beefsteak Plant
  • Shiso
  • Red Perilla

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Location: zone 10a socal
Date: 2021-07-31
Location: KALAMA WA
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