

Perilla nankinensis Atropurpurea is a very aromatic kitchen herb and a plant with a special ornamental value in the garden. Perilla is also known as the Black nettle because of the dark purple incised and slightly crimped leaves. Also eaten as a sprout vegetable. The small seedlings are mixed into salads and used as a garnish.
Perilla is used under the name Shisho in Japanese sushi and oriental dishes. The color of the perilla gives special accents to dishes. The purple leaves are also used to color pickled fruits. Perilla helps against colds, stomach aches and bacterial infections.
Perilla nankinensis Atropurpurea is a very aromatic kitchen herb and a plant with a special ornamental value in the garden. Perilla is also known as the Black nettle because of the dark purple incised and slightly crimped leaves. Also eaten as a sprout vegetable. The small seedlings are mixed into salads and used as a garnish.
Perilla is used under the name Shisho in Japanese sushi and oriental dishes. The color of the perilla gives special accents to dishes. The purple leaves are also used to color pickled fruits. Perilla helps against colds, stomach aches and bacterial infections.
Sowing time: Sow the Perilla seeds indoors from February to May in pots. Sow outdoors in May and June. Perilla seed germinates slowly and irregularly.
Planting distance: 25cm
Height: 50-60cm
Flowering time: August to October
Harvest time: March to September
Storage: You can dry the perilla leaves on the stems for winter use.
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Perilla nankinensis Atropurpurea is a very aromatic kitchen herb and a plant with a special ornamental value in the garden. Perilla is also known as the Black nettle because of the dark purple incised and slightly crimped leaves. Also eaten as a sprout vegetable. The small seedlings are mixed into salads and used as a garnish.
Perilla is used under the name Shisho in Japanese sushi and oriental dishes. The color of the perilla gives special accents to dishes. The purple leaves are also used to color pickled fruits. Perilla helps against colds, stomach aches and bacterial infections.