How to tend a Perilla frutescens
Also known as: Ocimum frutescens L., Perilla ocymoides L., Perilla urticifolia Salisb., Perilla frutescens var. typica Makino
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Not resistant to drought, water thoroughly when soil is dry
Sunlight
Like adequate light, more resistance to shade, shade properly under summer strong light
Soil
Peat or soil with specific nutrients
Fertilizer
Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply once monthly in spring and summer
Pruning
Remove old diseased and dead leaves timely
About this plant
- Origin
- China
- Category
- Labiatae, Perilla
- Size
- Diameter ⥠10 cm, height ⥠10 cm
- Blooming period
- Vanilla plants, flowering period August-November
- Flower colors
- Leaf color purple or green, flower color white or fuchsia
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