Shiso Seeds, Perilla - Jeok Ssam IP

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How to Grow Jeok Ssam IP Shiso Seeds

Choose a location with full sun and average soil. Direct sow this variety as soon as soil can be worked after your last frost. Broadcast seeds or sow a quarter inch deep. Once seedlings are 3 to 4 inches tall, thin to 6 inches apart. Keep weeds down and soil moist, but avoid overhead watering. Fertilize as needed. This variety can also be grown in containers if desired.

Harvesting Jeok Ssam Shiso

This variety can be harvested once plants are established. Cut lower branches and use leaves as desired. For best harvests, give plants plenty of water while they’re growing. Once plants start flowering, the flavor will decrease in quality. For a milder flavor, cut the tip off of the plant once they reach 4 inches tall. The top of the plant will re-grow and this can be repeated.

Culinary Tips

Commonly used in a variety of Asian dishes, you’ll have no problems finding uses for this tasty herb. Use younger leaves in salads or as a garnish. Large leaves can be used in soups, cooked like other greens as a side dish, or used to wrap other foods. They are often steamed or pickled. Try using it for sushi as well.

Seeds Per Package:

• 2 g packet - Approximately 1,675 Seeds
• 1 oz - Approximately 23,300 Seeds
• 4 oz - Approximately 93,200 Seeds
• 1 lb - Approximately 372,800 Seeds
• 5 lb - Approximately 1,864,000 Seeds