Quantity: 25 Seeds
 
Description: Stunning green leaves with red underbellies. Shiso or Britton or Perilla as its also called is a leafy herb in the mint family. The flavour is a mix of mild mint and basil with hints of clove and cumin making it perfect for both savoury and sweet applications in the kitchen.
 
Key Attributes: Both leaves and flowers are edible and makes a gorgeous ornamental plant
 
How to Use?:
Use leaves as a wrap for a vegetable spring roll
Flavour pairs well with fish, rice, noodles and cucumbers
Use in salads or in green seasoning mix
Use as garnish for cocktails
Infuse into hot or iced teas
 
Life Cycle: Annual
 
Soil Type: Medium rich to sandy soil
 
Growing Conditions: Sun
 
Planting Depth: Plant seeds extremely shallow & cover very lightly with soil.
 
Days to Germination: Germinates in 7 - 21 days. Light is required for germination.
 
Planting Distance: Direct seeding into the final grow area is recommended. Sow 1 - 2 seeds per inch, at 6" to 12" apart in rows that are 18" apart
 
Days to Maturity: 80 - 85 days
 
Height when Mature: 18" - 30" 
 
Harvest: Pick individual leaves as soon as the plant becomes established.
 
Succession Planting: For a continuous supply, sow new seeds 6 months.