Perilla Seeds – Vegetable

Perilla is a versatile annual plant valued for its aromatic leaves, often used in culinary dishes for their distinct flavor. Easy to grow and quick to mature, Perilla is an excellent choice for home gardens. It thrives in warm conditions and can be harvested multiple times during the growing season.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Annual leafy herb plant

• Variety: Perilla (commonly known as Shiso in the US)

• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy plant with broad leaves

• Maturity: Approximately 60–70 days from sowing

• Growing Season: Warm season crop; best suited for late spring through summer

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–11 (grown as an annual in most zones)

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 9–11: March–September

  • Zones 7–8: April–August

  • Zones 5–6: May–July

  • Zones 4 and cooler: Start indoors March–April, transplant after frost

• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Needs: Well-drained, fertile soil with moderate moisture

• Watering: Regular watering to maintain even soil moisture

• Uses: Widely used as a culinary garnish, flavoring, and for fresh consumption