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Week 47 – November 21, 2024

Plant Information

Magilla Purple Perilla

  • Magilla Purple Perilla - Bloom
  • Magilla Purple Perilla - Commercial Landscape 1
  • Magilla Purple Perilla - Commercial Landscape 2
  • Magilla Purple Perilla - Landscape
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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Perilla frutescens

Common Name: Perilla

Hardiness Degree: 32°F (0.0°C)

Blooming Season: Spring, Summer

Plant Habit: Mounded

Characteristics: Drought Tolerant, Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Heat Tolerant, Shade Tolerant, Low Maintenance

Water: Medium

Fertilize: Every two weeks

Spacing: 12 - 14" (30 - 36cm)

Height: 24 - 36" (61 - 91cm)

Width: 12 - 18" (30 - 46cm)

Exposure: Shade, Sun

General Information: This striking plant features showy coleus-like foliage, but is extremely heat and cold tolerant. A wonderful addition to large mixed containers or for adding contrast to the landscape.

Grower Information:

Striking, multicolor accent plant is extremely well-branched and vigorous, so fewer inputs are needed. Fills in mixed containers fast, and delivers great heat tolerance and Summer performance.

'Balmagpurp'

(Flowering Only License)