Add a bold, dramatic splash of color to your garden with our Red Shiso seeds. This stunning heirloom, also known as Perilla or Japanese Mint, is prized for its beautiful, deep reddish-purple leaves. It has a unique and complex flavor—a rich blend of mint, clove, and cumin. In Japanese cuisine, the leaves are famously used to impart a beautiful red color to pickled plums (umeboshi) and ginger. Easy to grow and highly ornamental, Red Shiso is a fantastic addition to any culinary herb garden.
- Vibrant, deep reddish-purple foliage that enhances garden aesthetics
- Perfect for culinary uses, especially in Japanese dishes like umeboshi and pickled ginger
- Unique flavor profile combining mint, clove, and cumin notes
- Easy to grow annual that self-sows for future seasons
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