Perilla

Overview
Plants

pH:

C (6 - 6.5)

EC (2:1 Extraction Method):

B (0.6 - 0.9)

Fertilization:

Medium (150 - 200 ppm)

Light Requirements:

Medium

Light Requirements:

High

Water Categories:

Moderate to Moist

Rooting Out Temperature:

B (65 - 72º Fahrenheit)

Growing On Temperature:

B (65 - 72º Fahrenheit)

Holding Temperature:

B (50 - 60º Fahrenheit)

Planting and Timing Information:

Spring through Summer Finish. Standard PPP.

Finishing Times:

4-5" and Quart Pot : 5-6

Finishing Times:

6" and Gallon Pot : 6-8

Finishing Times:

7-9" Pot : 8-10

Finishing Times:

10-12" and Two Gallon Pot : 10-12

Pinching and Growth Regulators:

One to two pinches can be used to increase branching and for shaping. For small pot sizes this may not be necessary, larger pots will probably require pinching. Florel can increase branching and reduce flowering. Cycocel/B-9 tank mix or Sumagic spray at 3-5 ppm will help control growth if needed.

Pest and Disease Management:

General pest and disease practices as listed in notes. Watch for mealy bugs.

Spring Outdoor Finish:

Do not move outside