Perilla Shiso Jeok Ssam Ip Seeds – Korean Red Herb, Non-GMO, 500 Seeds

Perilla Shiso Jeok Ssam Ip, also known as Korean Red Perilla or Red Shiso, is a versatile herb prized in Asian cuisine and traditional wellness practices. Its broad, serrated leaves offer a distinct mint-basil flavor with subtle notes of anise and cinnamon, making it a favorite for wrapping grilled meats, pickling, and garnishing soups and salads. This non-GMO variety produces vibrant red-purple foliage that adds striking color to garden beds and containers.

Easy to grow from seed, Perilla Shiso Jeok Ssam Ip thrives in warm weather and reaches maturity in one season. Whether you're a home cook exploring Korean recipes or a gardener seeking a dual-purpose herb, this plant delivers both culinary and ornamental value.

Plant Features

• Distinctive red-purple leaves with a rich, aromatic flavor
• Dual-purpose herb for cooking and traditional uses
• Non-GMO seeds for a natural garden
• Attracts pollinators when allowed to flower
• Thrives in containers or garden beds

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Perilla frutescens
• Plant Type: Annual herb
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
• Bloom Season: Late summer to fall
• Mature Height: 18–36 inches
• Spacing: 12–18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Perilla seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly in the garden after the soil has warmed. Press seeds lightly into the surface, as they need light to germinate. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Once seedlings have a few sets of true leaves, thin or transplant them to their final spacing. Perilla prefers rich, well-drained soil and regular watering, especially during dry spells. Pinch back tips to encourage bushier growth and harvest leaves as needed throughout the season.

What's Included

500 Perilla Shiso Jeok Ssam Ip seeds (Non-GMO).