Vibrant purple leaves add color and visual appeal to your garden and dishes Unique flavor profile with hints of mint, basil, and anise, perfect for enhancing Asian cuisines Versatile in the kitchen, great for salads, sushi, and garnishes Rich in antioxidants and vitamins, supporting overall health Easy to grow in containers or garden beds, thriving in a variety of conditions Purple Perilla, also known as Purple Shiso, is mesmerizing with deep reddish-purple serrated leaves in a minty, citrusy, clove-like and basil-like flavor. This distinct Asian herb leaves a vibrant taste and color in East Asian dishes, like in Korean barbecue and kimchi, Vietnamese pho and spring rolls, Japanese sushi and noodle soups, and Chinese stir-fries and steamed dishes. Make Perilla powder with the dried leaves to delivers a distinctive combination of minty, spicy, and slightly sweet notes in everything from fresh salads and sushi to stir-fries and sauces. Purple Perilla is adored in the garden for its fast-growing nature, easy care, and ability to thrive in both sun and partial shade. This herbaceous plant grows up to 2 feet tall and is attractive in the garden or as ornamental bush. Whether you've travelled across Asia or had only ever heard of this plant, let Purple Perilla take your dishes to exotic new heights with its vibrant color and refreshing taste!

Also Known As: Japanese Perilla, Aka Shiso, Akajiso, Red Beefsteak Plant, Chinese Basil, Wild Coleus, Wild Sesame, Green Purple Mint, Perilla Mint, Kkaennip, Tia To, Zi Su.

Plant Name: Perilla, Purple
Latin Name: Perilla frutescens var. crispa
Days to Germinate: 5-10
Days to Harvest: 70
Plant Height: 2 - 3 Feet
Spread: 12 - 18 Inches
Growth Habit: Bush
USDA Zones: 3-11
Lifespan: Annual, Perennial 10-11
Brand: TomorrowSeeds
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pollination: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
GMO: No
Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: No
Seeds Packed For**: 2026
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.