Perilla frutescens 'Fantasy'

Shiso

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Common Name:

Shiso

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green Yellow

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

90 cm

Maximum width:

45 cm

Shiso (Perilla frutescens 'Fantasy') - Description

Out of a dream and into your garden - a vision of deep, satisfying colors. Thick leaves are extravagantly splashed with both dark and neon tones. Tall, rugged and drought tolerant. Ht: 4-5'. Annual.

Shiso (Perilla frutescens 'Fantasy') - Blooming

Flower clusters are edible. Often times they are dipped in tempura batter, fried and served as a vegetable.

Shiso (Perilla frutescens 'Fantasy') - Growth

Erect, bushy, aromatic annuals. Shiso is extremely easy to grow. It can reach 2 to 3 ft. tall and works well as an attractive summer border. Grows best in full sun or partial shade. Perilla self-seeds at high rates and can become invasive.

Shiso (Perilla frutescens 'Fantasy') - Planting

Propagate from the seed in spring. Sow at 55-64°F (13-18°C). Self-sows.

Shiso (Perilla frutescens 'Fantasy') - Pest

Rare.

Shiso (Perilla frutescens 'Fantasy') - Interesting facts

Perilla is native to woodlands from India to Japan.

Shiso (Perilla frutescens 'Fantasy') - Soil and irrigation

Does best with regular water. Perilla prefers soil that is rich and well-draining, yet kept evenly moist.