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| Family | Labiatae | | Plant Type | annual | | Zone | | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft) | | Spread | 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | low to average, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | |
| | Description | Perilla frutescens (beefsteak plant) bears showy blossoms during late summer to mid autumn. This annual has foliage that is showy and fragrant. | | Typical Uses | Annual and vegetable garden. | | Special Characteristics | This annual attracts butterflies to your garden. | | Cautions | Where conditions are favourable, Perilla frutescens (beefsteak plant) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. | | |
