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Beefsteak Plant Bi-Color Shiso

Perilla frutescens

Beefsteak Plant Bi-Color Shiso

Days to Maturity: 85 to 90 days

SKU

2492

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Starting at: As low as $3.90

Also known as perilla leaf, this popular Japanese herb is both edible and an ornamental.

Visually stunning, with leaves ranging from smooth to ruffled and serrated. Bi-colored leaves are green on top and purple on the underside. A member of the mint family, shiso has a unique and complex flavor, with notes of mint, basil, cloves, cinnamon, and licorice. The smaller leaves are perfect for salads, sautés, or sushi, while larger leaves can be used as wraps. Popular with chefs. Very slow to bolt in northern climates. 10,900 seeds/oz.

Drought tolerant
Cold hardy
Aromatic
Open-Pollinated

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Perilla frutescens

Beefsteak Plant Bi-Color Shiso

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