Shiso

Lamiaceae · Perilla frutescens var. crispa

Native to: China, India

Also known as: Perilla

Characteristics

Half hardy, frost tender Perennial

A half hardy perennial with green serrated foliage that has its own unique aroma. Shiso partners with all types of food and is particularly popular in Japanese and Vietnamese cooking.

Height: 50 cm Width: 50 cm

Flowers: Produce:

The basics

Position: Full sun

Position

Sowing Seeds

Sow in Spring, Summer
Depth: 1 mm Width: 30 cm

Germination

7 to 30 days at 19 to 22°C

Journal


31	11

29 Sep 2023 · Germination (2)

29 Sep 2023 · Transplanted Seed viability (2)

27 Sep 2023 · Transplanted Seed viability (9)

27 Sep 2023 · Germination (9)

21 Sep 2023 · Planted Seeds (12) · Due: 28 Sep 2023 to 21 Oct 2023

21 Sep 2023 · Planted Seed Viability Test (18) · Due: 28 Sep 2023 to 21 Oct 2023

7 Nov 2022 · Planted Established Seedling (1) · Due: 14 Nov 2022 to 7 Dec 2022

5 Nov 2022 · Purchased Established Seedling (1) · $4.00

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