These premium Green Perilla seeds are strictly cleaned and screened to filter out shrunken, broken and immature grains to ensure stable germination. This fast-growing herb produces large smooth bright green ovate leaves, without purple pigment on leaf surfaces or undersides. When crushed, the foliage releases a rich unique scent. Small pale flower spikes bloom in late summer, and mature plants produce tiny brown perilla seeds. Each packet contains 30 seeds.
Product Advantages Green Perilla grows vigorously and adapts easily to various growing environments. It is low maintenance and can produce abundant tender leaves for repeated harvesting. Its fresh leaves are popular in Asian cuisine for seasoning and food wrapping. Pair it with aromatic herb seeds and culinary herb seeds to build your kitchen herb garden.
Growing Method Step 1: Choose a sunny spot with loose, fertile and well-drained soil. Remove weeds and break up large soil clumps. Step 2: Sow seeds thinly over the soil surface, cover lightly with 0.5cm fine soil, and mist water gently. Step 3: Keep soil consistently moist, avoid overwatering which may lead to seed rot. Step 4: When seedlings develop 2 to 3 true leaves, thin seedlings out, leaving 20cm spacing between each plant. Step 5: Water regularly during dry weather. Apply diluted nitrogen fertilizer to encourage lush leaf growth. Step 6: Pinch off the top growing tip to stimulate side branching and generate more tender harvestable leaves. Step 7: Harvest fresh leaves before the plant blooms for best flavor. Collect seeds once seed heads turn brown and dry.
Suitable Climate Green Perilla thrives in warm sunny environments, with optimal growing temperature between 18℃ to 28℃. It cannot survive heavy frost. Sow seeds in spring once frost danger passes. It tolerates hot summers with adequate water supply.
Applications Great for home herb gardens, patio pots and raised garden beds. Fresh green perilla leaves are used to wrap grilled meat, make pickles, add flavor to stir-fries and soups. The vibrant green foliage also brings visual appeal to mixed herb borders.
FAQ Q: How long for green perilla seeds to germinate? A: Under warm and moist conditions, seeds germinate within 7 to 12 days. Low temperature will slow down sprouting.
Q: Can green perilla be planted in containers? A: Yes, use medium-depth pots, place them in full sun, and maintain regular watering and fertilizing.
Q: When is the best time to harvest green perilla leaves? A: Harvest young tender leaves before flowering. The herbal aroma will fade once blooming starts.
Q: Is green perilla an annual herb? A: Yes, it is an annual herb, completing its full growth cycle within one growing season.
