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Can you grow perilla from cuttings?

If you require more Perilla plants then propagation can be had by taking cuttings, or they can be easily grown from seed.

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How to Grow Perilla Plants

Gardener's HQ Guide to Growing Beafsteak Plant, Purple Mint, False & Wild Coleus Members of the Perilla plant genus are half hardy annuals that can reach up to 60 cm (2 feet) in height. They have a bushy nature, and are usually grown for their attractive foliage. Perilla plants bloom in the summer and carry tubular flowers of white atop long stems. Some of the common names for Perilla include False Coleus, Shiso, and Beefsteak Plant.

Perilla Magilla by Photogirl7.1; creative commons.

Perilla leaves by Matsuyuki; creative commons.

Perilla Care and Growing Video Guide

Perilla Growing and Care Guide Common Names: Beafsteak Plant, Purple Mint, Wild Coleus, Shiso, Japanese Basil.

Life Cycle: Half hardy annual.

Height: 20 to 24 inches (50 to 60 cm).

Native: Asia.

Growing Region: Zones 3 to 10.

Flowers: Summer.

Flower Details: White. Tubular. Usually grown for its ornamental leaves.

Foliage: Purple, green. Nettle-like. Deltoid. Toothed. Variegated.

Sow Outside: Surface. Following the last frost. Spacing 12 inches (30 cm).

Sow Inside: Use peat pots. Germination time: two to four weeks. Temperature 70°F (21°C). Three months before expected last frost. Transplant outdoors following the last frost. Requirements: Full sunlight or light shade. Good drainage. Dry soil. Pinch tips. Propagate: stem cuttings.

Family: Lamiaceae.

Closely Related Species: Bugle; Painted Nettle; Hyssop; Dead Nettle; and English Lavender

Miscellaneous: The plant is a member of Lamiaceae, the mint family and has many culinary uses. It is a commonly used ingredient of many Japanese and Korean dishes.

Commonly Grown Perilla Species

Perilla frutescens

Perilla frutescens (Korean perilla / Deulkkae), photograph by Katja Schulz; CC.

Perilla shiso

Perilla magilla Cultivar

Perilla magilla (Magilla Perilla Cultivar 'pink coleus'), picture by daryl_mitchell; CC.

How to Grow Beafsteak Plant and other Perilla Plants in the Garden

When growing outdoors from seeds, then sow the Beafsteak Plant (Perilla) on the surface following the last frost of spring. Perilla plant species are able to grow well in both sunny and lightly shaded areas. Ideally the soil should be fairly dry. If growing Perilla species in the greenhouse first, then start the process about 2 to 3 months in advance. The seeds should take from two to four weeks to germinate in the light at 18 to 24°C. Once ready transplant the young Perilla seedlings to about 30 to 35 cm apart (after the last frost).

Caring for Perilla Plant

Perilla plants are easy to grow; as soon as they reach about 15 cm pinch the growing tips back to encourage bushiness. The plants can take over the garden so you may like to deadhead the flowers before the seeds have a chance to set. If you require more Perilla plants then propagation can be had by taking cuttings, or they can be easily grown from seed. I hope that you enjoyed this guide on how to grow Perilla plants. You may also enjoy the following Gardener's HQ growing guides: How to grow Lemon Balm and Physotegia plants.

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Why do Korean eat perilla leaves?

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Learn about the popular Korean leafy vegetable – Korean perilla leaves!

What are Perilla Leaves

The Korean name for perilla leaves is “kkaenip” or “ggaenip” (깻잎).

In Korean cooking, perilla leaves are typically used in a pickled side dish, in stir fry, in soup and as a wrap. It is part of the mint family and has a strong aroma. It is similar to Japanese shiso, but it is known to have different flavors and shapes. Perilla leaves are commonly mistranslated as sesame leaves but they are from different plants. At a Korean grocery store (in Australia), you can get 1 bunch of perilla leaves (about 25 leaves) for AUD $2.50. If you can’t buy them easily, you can grow them from seeds too. It’s quite easy. I love them because they give a unique smell and taste to a dish and make everything so tasty. 🙂

How to Buy

Fresh perilla leaves are dark green in color and have a stronger scent. Also, the stems should not be dried and should have little fine hairs on the surface of the leaves. Lastly, try to avoid the leaves with red and/or black dots on the leaves as they have been stored with moisture for too long.

How to Store

In general, perilla leaves dry out easily. So to store, wrap the perilla leaves with kitchen paper then place them in a plastic zip lock bag. Refrigerate until needed, however, it is best to consume earlier for an optimal outcome.

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