beefsteak plant
Perilla frutescens
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A tender perennial with striking deep purple or burgundy foliage and compact form, grown primarily for ornamental leaves rather than flowers. Often treated as an annual in cooler climates and valued in container gardens and borders for dramatic color contrast.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Eastern Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
A tender perennial with striking deep purple or burgundy foliage and compact form, grown primarily for ornamental leaves rather than flowers. Often treated as an annual in cooler climates and valued in container gardens and borders for dramatic color contrast.
Climate Match for your location
See how well beefsteak plant grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Eastern Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation