Grow vibrant color and bold flavor with 100 Red Aka Shiso (Perilla) seeds. This traditional Japanese and Korean herb produces stunning deep red-purple leaves with a distinctive aromatic flavor — slightly minty, basil-like, and lightly spicy.

Red Aka Shiso is commonly used for pickling (such as umeboshi), sushi garnish, salads, wraps, and herbal teas. The richly colored leaves also make a striking ornamental addition to herb gardens and edible landscapes.

Fast-growing and easy to cultivate, perilla thrives in warm weather and performs well in garden beds, raised beds, and containers. Harvest young leaves for the best texture and flavor.

🌱 Plant Details:

• Variety: Red Aka Shiso (Perilla)
• Quantity: 100 seeds
• Plant Type: Annual herb
• Leaf Color: Deep red to purple
• Flavor: Aromatic, minty, slightly spicy
• Sun: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Days to Harvest: 60–70 days
• Season: Warm season

Perfect for:
✔ Japanese cuisine
✔ Korean cooking
✔ Pickling
✔ Edible ornamentals
✔ Container herb gardens

A colorful heirloom herb variety that delivers bold flavor, culinary versatility, and beautiful garden appeal.

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