Purple Perilla Mint Seeds - Herbal Plant

Purple Perilla Mint, commonly known as Shiso, is an aromatic herb valued for its distinctive purple foliage and upright, bushy growth habit. It performs well in warm to mild climates and thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil with consistent moisture. This plant is suitable for herb gardens, containers, borders, and kitchen gardens, where it establishes steadily and produces vibrant foliage under suitable conditions. It grows in full sun to partial shade and benefits from regular care during active growth.

Features

• Upright, bushy herb with striking purple foliage
• Aromatic leaves with unique flavor profile
• Suitable for containers, borders, and herb gardens
• Adaptable to full sun and partial shade
• Easy to grow with regular care

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Perilla frutescens
• Common Name (US): Perilla (Shiso)
• Seed Type / Variety: Purple Variety
• Growth Habit: Annual herb (in most climates)
• USDA Zones: 3 to 10
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Warm to mild season
• Sowing Season: March to May
• Sowing Season With Months: March, April, May
• Germination Time And Conditions: 7 to 14 days at 18 to 25 degrees Celsius in moist, well-drained soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate, keep soil evenly moist
• Mature Plant Size: 40 to 80 cm height, spread 30 to 50 cm
• Plant Spacing: 30 to 40 cm between plants