Purple Perilla (Shiso)
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Purple Perilla or Shiso is mesmerizing with deep reddish-purple serrated leaves in a minty, citrusy, clove-like and basil-like flavor. This distinct Asian herb leaves a vibrant taste and color in East Asian dishes, like in Korean barbecue and kimchi, Vietnamese pho and spring rolls, Japanese sushi and noodle soups, and Chinese stir-fries and steamed dishes. Make Perilla powder with the dried leaves! This herbaceous plant grows up to 2 feet tall and is attractive in the garden or as ornamental bush. Whether you've travelled across Asia or had only ever heard of this plant, let Purple Perilla take your dishes to exotic new heights with its vibrant color and refreshing taste!
Also Known As: Japanese Perilla, Aka Shiso, Akajiso, ÅŒba, Red Beefsteak Plant, Chinese Basil, Wild Coleus, Wild Sesame, Green Purple Mint, Perilla Mint, Kkaennip, Tia To, Zi su.
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Plant Name: |
Perilla, Purple |
Latin Name: |
Perilla frutescens var. crispa |
Days to Germinate: | 5-10 |
Days to Harvest: | 70 |
Germination Rate: | 90% |
Test Date: | 11/24 |
Growth Habit: | Bush |
USDA Zones: | 3-12 |
Lifespan: | Annual, Perennial 10-12 |
Brand: | TomorrowSeeds |
Sunlight: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
GMO: | No |
Pollination: |
Heirloom, Open-Pollinated |
Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: | No |
Seeds Packed For**: | 2025 |
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.
Planting Instructions:
Soil Preparation:
Planting:
Try not to plant seeds until the soil warms in the spring and all danger of frost has past. For Fall planting, plant perilla about 90 days before the first expected frost. If transplanting, start indoors 6 weeks before last Spring frost. Keep seedlings moist. Harden off seedlings before transplanting outdoors to loose, moist, well-draining soil in full sun after frost passes and soil is >50F. Move the plants carefully from the pots or flats and set them in the transplant holes. Set the transplants slightly deeper that it had been growing, burying some of the stem in the ground. Pack the soil loosely around the plant. Leave a slightly sunken area around each plant to hold water. Water the plants after planting.Planting Depth: | 1/4 inch |
Within-Row Spacing: |
8 - 12 inches |
Between-Row Spacing: |
18 - 24 inches |
Care During the Season:
Harvesting:
Nutrition Facts:
|
Calories 0.3 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 0 g | 0% |
Saturated fat 0 g | 0% |
Cholesterol 0 mg | 0% |
Sodium 0.2 mg | 0% |
Potassium 2.7 mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 0.1 g | 0% |
Dietary fiber 0 g | 0% |
Protein 0 g | 0% |
Vitamin C 1.2 |
0% | Calcium | 0% |
Iron 0.1 |
0% | Vitamin D | 0% |
Vitamin B6 | 0% | Cobalamin | 0% |
Magnesium | 0% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. |