Purple Shiso Seeds, Perilla, Japanese Basil, Red Mint, NON-GMO, Variety Sizes

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$1.99
Seed Amount
175 Seeds or 1/4 Gram
Climate
Sub-tropical, Temperate
Planting Time
12 Weeks
Common Name
Japanese Basil, Perilla, Wild basil
Color
Purple, Red
Indoor/Outdoor
Indoor & Outdoor
USDA Hardiness Zone (°F)
Zones 3-12
Soil Type
Well Draining, Loose, Loamy
Brand
Southeast Seeds
Season of Interest
Fall, Spring, Summer
Soil pH
5.5 - 6.5
Type
Herb Seeds
Watering
Medium
Life Cycle
Annual
Genus
Perilla frutescens
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Features
Aromatic, Mint, Basil, Anise, Cinnamon
Cultivating Difficulty
Easy
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
Species
Rattlesnake Weed, Red, Beefsteak Plant
Shiso seeds (Perilla frutescens) are also known as Japanese Basil, Zi Su, Red Soviet Union, Purple Basil or Red Mint. This is a culinary herb that is correlated to a mix of citrus, cinnamon and coriander. The bush like plant will produce large aromatic purple leaves that are perfect for salads to sushi to pickling. This annual herb is also known to possess some medicinal qualities. For best germination results, soak seeds in water for 24 plus hours before seeding

Seed count is approximate; weight is exact. We ship all items to equal the weight advertised

Germination in 14-20 days, maturity in 80-85 days

Collected: 10/24

Germination: 85%

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Keywords: Rattlesnake Weed, Red, Beefsteak Plant, Perilla, Wild basil