Red Shiso – 200 Seeds

Add a bold, dramatic splash of color to your garden with our Red Shiso seeds. This stunning heirloom, also known as Perilla or Japanese Mint, is prized for its beautiful, deep reddish-purple leaves. It has a unique and complex flavor—a rich blend of mint, clove, and cumin. In Japanese cuisine, the leaves are famously used to impart a beautiful red color to pickled plums (umeboshi) and ginger. Easy to grow and highly ornamental, Red Shiso is a fantastic addition to any culinary herb garden. ⭐ What you'll love • Stunning, deep reddish-purple foliage adds dramatic color to the garden.• The classic ingredient used to color Japanese pickled plums (umeboshi).• A unique and complex flavor, like a mix of mint, clove, and cumin.• An easy-to-grow annual that will readily self-sow for future seasons. 🌿 Seed details • Plant Name: Red Shiso (Perilla frutescens)• Seed Quantity: Approx. 200 seeds• Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO• Lifecycle: Annual• Height: 2-3 feet• Days to Maturity: 70-80 days• USDA Zone: 4-11• Origin: American Grown 🌱 Growing instructions • Sowing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed.• Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.• Spacing: Space or thin plants to 12-18 inches apart.• Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade.• Soil: Prefers rich, well-draining soil.• Harvest: Begin harvesting leaves as needed once the plant is well-established. ✅ Our seed packets • Professionally designed and made.• Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.• Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).• Includes full, detailed growing instructions.• Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.• Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us! 🚚 Shipping • FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.• Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.• Tracking is included with every order.