Perilla Shiso Green Seeds

Perilla Shiso Green Seeds

Perilla Shiso Green Seeds produce vibrant green aromatic leaves with a distinctive flavour combining hints of mint, basil, anise, and citrus. Widely used in Japanese, Korean, and Southeast Asian cuisine, Green Shiso is a versatile culinary herb perfect for salads, sushi, stir-fries, soups, garnishes, and fresh herb dishes.

Fast growing and highly productive, Perilla Shiso Green produces abundant leafy growth throughout the season and is equally at home in kitchen gardens, raised beds, containers, and windowsill herb gardens. Its attractive foliage also makes it an ornamental addition to edible gardens.

Easy to grow and full of flavour, this unique Asian herb is ideal for gardeners looking to grow authentic ingredients for home cooking.

Key Features

Produces aromatic green leaves with a unique fresh flavour.

Traditional Japanese herb also known as Green Shiso.

Ideal for sushi, salads, stir-fries, soups, and garnishes.

Fast growing and highly productive throughout the season.

Suitable for kitchen gardens, containers, and raised beds.

Easy to grow and perfect for beginner gardeners.

Excellent for Asian-inspired cooking and edible gardens.

How to Grow Perilla Shiso Green Seeds

Sow Perilla Shiso Green Seeds indoors from March to May or directly outdoors once the risk of frost has passed.

Sow seeds thinly onto moist compost and lightly cover with a fine layer of compost or soil.

Keep soil consistently moist during germination, which usually takes around 7–21 days.

Grow in a sunny or partially shaded position with fertile, well-drained soil.

Harvest young leaves regularly to encourage fresh new growth throughout the season.

Perilla Growing Tips

Harvest leaves regularly for the best flavour and tenderness.

Keep soil evenly moist during dry weather.

Pinch out growing tips to encourage bushier plants.

Grow in containers for easy harvesting near the kitchen.

Allow some plants to flower if seed saving is desired.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Green Shiso taste like?
Green Shiso has a unique flavour with hints of mint, basil, anise, and citrus.

Is Perilla easy to grow?
Yes, Perilla Shiso Green Seeds are easy to grow and suitable for gardeners of all experience levels.

Can Perilla be grown in containers?
Yes, it grows exceptionally well in pots, containers, and raised beds.

How are Shiso leaves used?
The leaves are commonly used in sushi, salads, soups, stir-fries, and as fresh garnishes.

Perfect For

Kitchen gardens

Container growing

Asian cooking

Japanese cuisine

Raised beds

Fresh herbs

Windowsill growing

Beginner gardeners