Magilla Perilla (Perilla frutescens 'Magilla') is a striking ornamental plant known for its vibrant foliage. It features large, serrated leaves with dramatic splashes of purple, green, and sometimes pink coloration. This plant is often mistaken for coleus due to its similar appearance, but it's actually in the mint family.
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Type: |
Annual |
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Height: |
2' - 3' |
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Spread: |
1' - 1.5’ |
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Spacing: |
1.5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
10 - 11 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: High maintenance. Self-seeds prolifically. Watch for downy mildew, root rot, and stem rot. Potential pests include aphids, and whiteflies.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Rock Gardens, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Geranium, Verbena, Calibrachoa
IMAGE: Photo by David J. Stang, Perilla frutescens Magilla 5zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (2) Photo by David J. Stang, Perilla frutescens Magilla 3zz, CC BY-SA 4.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
