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Mixed Perilla Herb Seeds for Planting – Heirloom Non-GMO Garden Seeds

Mixed Perilla Herb Seeds for Planting – Heirloom Non-GMO Garden Seeds

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Grow Mixed Perilla from seed for aromatic foliage in a variety of green, purple, and mixed tones. An attractive warm-season herb for kitchen gardens, containers, raised beds, borders, and edible landscapes.

Key Features

  • Produces aromatic foliage with varied green, purple, and mixed coloring.
  • Heirloom, non-GMO seed choice for home herb gardens.
  • Suitable for containers, raised beds, kitchen gardens, and edible landscapes.
  • Performs best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil.
  • Adds colorful foliage and seasonal interest to herb plantings.

Growing Benefits

  • Adds colorful foliage to traditional herb garden spaces.
  • Provides fresh aromatic leaves for culinary experimentation.
  • Works beautifully in containers, raised beds, and kitchen gardens.
  • Creates attractive contrast among green culinary herbs.
  • Offers an easy warm-season growing project from seed.

Seed Specifications

  • Common Name: Perilla, Shiso
  • Botanical Name: Perilla frutescens
  • Plant Type: Warm-season annual herb
  • Foliage Color: Green, purple, reddish-purple, or mixed depending on seed line
  • Flower Color: White to pale purple
  • Foliage: Aromatic, textured, serrated leaves
  • Growth Habit: Upright and branching
  • Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
  • Soil: Fertile, moist, well-drained soil
  • Water: Moderate; maintain consistent moisture during active growth
  • Germination Time: Approximately 7–21 days under favorable conditions
  • Sowing Depth: Surface sow or cover very lightly
  • Spacing: Approximately 8–12 inches
  • Growing Zones: Commonly grown as a warm-season annual across much of the US
  • Flowering/Maturity: Plants generally flower later in the growing season as they mature
  • Uses: Herb gardens, containers, raised beds, kitchen gardens, edible landscapes, and ornamental foliage displays

Growing Tips

  • Sow seeds shallowly because Perilla seeds need light to germinate well.
  • Keep the seed-starting medium consistently moist until seedlings emerge.
  • Provide full sun for strong growth and more pronounced foliage color.
  • Harvest young leaves regularly to encourage fresh branching and foliage.

Seed Storage

Store unused seeds in a cool, dry, dark location. Keep them sealed in their original packet or an airtight container away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.

Important Growing Note

Mixed Perilla seed can produce variation in leaf color, shape, texture, and growth habit. Perilla is also capable of self-seeding in favorable conditions, and some forms may spread beyond their intended planting area. Check local recommendations before allowing plants to reseed.

Unique Facts About Seeds

  • Perilla belongs to the mint family, Lamiaceae.
  • The plant is also widely known as shiso in culinary gardening.
  • Perilla foliage can range from green to deep purple depending on the type.
  • Its aromatic leaves provide both culinary and ornamental interest in the garden.

Growing Instructions

Planting Season: Sow indoors several weeks before the last expected spring frost, or direct sow outdoors after the soil has warmed and frost danger has passed.

Sowing: Use a light, well-draining seed-starting medium. Scatter seeds over the surface and gently press them into the soil without burying them deeply.

Depth: Surface sow or cover with only a very thin layer of fine growing medium.

Spacing: Thin or transplant seedlings to approximately 8–12 inches apart, giving plants enough room for branching growth.

Sunlight: Provide full sun for vigorous growth. Partial shade can be useful in very hot climates, especially during the hottest part of the day.

Soil: Grow in fertile, loose, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Avoid heavy soil that remains saturated.

Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during germination and early growth. Once established, water when the upper soil begins to dry.

Germination: Seeds commonly germinate within approximately 7–21 days under favorable conditions. Light, warmth, moisture, and seed freshness can influence germination.

Transplanting: Harden indoor-grown seedlings gradually before moving them outdoors. Transplant carefully after seedlings develop several true leaves.

Fertilizing: Apply compost or a balanced herb fertilizer if soil fertility is low. Avoid excessive nitrogen that can encourage overly soft growth.

Care: Keep weeds controlled around young plants and provide good airflow. Pinch growing tips if you want a bushier plant and more tender foliage.

Flowering/Maturity: Perilla generally produces flower spikes as plants mature later in the season. Regular harvesting of young foliage can help extend leafy growth.

Harvesting: Harvest young leaves as needed once plants are well established. Use clean scissors or fingers to remove individual leaves without damaging the main stems.