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Perilla frutescens 'Shisho'

Shisho

Minty Asian herb, green leaf, purple underside

  • Shiso leaves with cinnamon, clove, and basil notes
  • Distinctive herb used green or purple depending on type
  • Harvest young leaves often for best tenderness
  • Excellent with sushi, pickles, and summer noodles

  • Category: Herbs
  • Hardiness Zone: 9-11
  • Height: 18-36 in
  • Spread: 12-18 in
  • Spacing: 12 in
  • Temperature: 45 to 90°f
Soil Moisture
Moist, Well-Drained
Attributes
Container
Cut and let regrow
Fast Growing
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Perilla frutescens 'Shisho'

Grow in full sun to part shade according to crop needs, use fertile well-drained soil, water consistently, and harvest regularly. Matching planting time to local frost dates and keeping weeds down will improve overall performance.

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