How to Grow Britton
Perilla frutescens
Your complete guide to growing Britton.
📷 Wikimedia CommonsWhen to Plant Britton
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3 | April – May | — | July – October |
| Zone 4 | March – April | — | July – October |
| Zone 5 | March – April | — | June – October |
| Zone 6 | March – April | — | June – November |
| Zone 7 | February – March | — | June – November |
| Zone 8 | February – March | — | May – December |
| Zone 9 | January – February | — | April – December |
| Zone 10 | January | — | April – December |
| Zone 11 | January | — | March – December |
Companion Plants for Britton
✓ Good companions
Basil repels asparagus beetles and doesn't compete for root space
Basil improves soil health and repels carrot flies without root competition
Basil provides light shade for lettuce and repels aphids that damage leafy greens
Both plants repel aphids and whiteflies, creating a stronger pest deterrent
Both herbs have similar growing requirements and repel common garden pests
Similar water and nutrient needs, basil helps repel pests that affect parsley
Basil deters aphids and spider mites that commonly affect peppers
Basil repels tomato hornworms and aphids, may improve tomato flavor
✗ Keep away from
Allelopathic properties inhibit basil growth and development
Competes for similar nutrients and may stunt basil growth
Can inhibit basil germination and early growth through allelopathy
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
