80 to 85 DAYS
Perilla frutescens
Shiso Britton is a visually stunning herb known for its striking green leaves with deep red undersides. This herb is an excellent choice for salads, sushi wraps, or as a garnish, enhancing your culinary creations with its unique flavour. The minty, basil-like taste has delightful hints of clove and cumin, making it a versatile addition to Asian cuisine.
Size: Plants typically reach 12 to 18 in. tall with a spread of 12 in.
Yield: Continuous leaf harvesting throughout the growing season for fresh use.
Taste: A complex flavour profile that melds minty freshness with subtle clove and cumin notes.
How to use: Use fresh in salads, as sushi wraps, or to garnish dishes. Edible flowers offer a lovely addition to salads.
Planting tips: Sow in full sun to partial shade in well-draining soil once the threat of frost has passed, spaced 12 in. apart to allow for mature growth.
Harvest tips: Cut leaves at the base of the stems to encourage full regrowth; the best flavour is obtained just before flowering.
Pelleted seed.
