Perilla (Shiso) Seeds Perilla frutescens
- Butterfly attractor
- Used in Korean cuisines
- Also used for medicinal purposes
Shipping Schedule
Seeds are shipped year-round, while perennials & bulbs are shipped seasonally. Pre-ordered bulbs ship at the proper planting time for your zone. Spring pre-orders are placed any time before March 1. Fall pre-orders are placed any time before September 1. These items will not ship immediately, but will be delivered at the ideal time for planting. Orders containing both seeds and bulbs may be split into multiple shipments. Click here for more shipping information.
| Pre-Ordered Spring Bulbs & Perennials | Shipping Begins |
|---|---|
| Zones 9 - 12 | Late February to Early March |
| Zone 8 | Early to Mid March |
| Zone 7 | Mid to Late March |
| Zone 6 | Early April |
| Zone 5 | Late April |
| Zones 2 - 4 | Late April to Early May |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Saffron Crocus & Bearded Iris | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Late August |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Bulbs | Shipping Begins |
| Zones 2 - 5 | Mid to Late September |
| Zone 6 | Late September |
| Zone 7 | Late September to Early October |
| Zones 8 - 12 | Early to Mid October |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Perennials* | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Mid October |
| *Amaryllis Bulbs, Hosta Roots, Lily Bulbs, Papaver Roots, Paperwhite Bulbs, Peony Roots & Siberian Iris Roots | |
Product Description
Grow Heirloom Herbs - Plant Perilla Seeds
Also known as Japanese Perilla or Shiso, this common culinary herb features attractive reddish purple leaves and a flavor that has been likened to a blend of coriander, cinnamon and citrus. Sometimes called Red Mint, the culinary uses of this powerhouse herb are almost endless--from salads, to sushi to pickling!
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Fast Facts
Name: Perilla (Shiso) Seeds Botanical Name: Perilla frutescens var. crispa Life Cycle: Annual Light Requirement: Full Sun Planting Season: Spring Features: Heirloom, Culinary, Outdoor Days to Maturity: 80-85 Days Plant Spacing: 6-12 inches Planting Depth: 1/4 inch Sowing Method: Start Indoors, Direct Sow Cold Stratification: Yes Seeds per Packet: 500 mg Ships: Year Round -
Planting Instructions
How to Grow Perilla
When to Plant Perilla Seeds
Direct sow in late winter/late spring or late summer/autumn.
Indoor sow Perilla seeds 6-8 weeks before the last spring frost in your zone.
Where to Plant Perilla Seeds
Plant your Perilla in well-draining but moist soil in a partially sunny to full sunny area.
How to Plant Perilla Seeds
Indoor sow by surface sowing the seeds in pots or rays and do not cover – just tamp into soil. Perilla seeds need light to germinate. Water from beneath as not to wash away seeds and cover with plastic.
Cold stratify seeds – Perilla seeds need cold weather to break down germination inhibitors. Either place newly sown pots or flats in the refrigerator for 1-3 months or place them outside against a north wall and leave them there until the spring. Keep soil moist. You can also place seeds in a bag and store in a refrigerator if not to be planted soon.
How to Harvest Perilla
Germination takes 7-14 days depending on the light and soil temperatures. Seedlings can be thinned to transplanted when they have several sets of mature leaves.
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