Perilla (Shiso) – Jeok Ssam Ip 400 Seeds | Korean Red Perilla | Aromatic Culinary Herb | Edible Leaves
$9.99
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Grow a flavorful and aromatic Asian herb with Perilla (Shiso) ‘Jeok Ssam Ip’, a traditional Korean red perilla variety widely used in Korean, Japanese, and East Asian cuisine. This variety is prized for its deep purple-red leaves, bold herbal aroma, and complex flavor with notes of basil, mint, and anise.
Jeok Ssam Ip is commonly used fresh as a wrap (ssam) for meats, added to kimchi, salads, rice dishes, soups, pickles, and garnishes, or used as a medicinal and tea herb. Plants grow vigorously and can be harvested repeatedly throughout the season. In addition to its culinary value, red perilla is also highly ornamental, making it a beautiful addition to herb gardens and containers.
You will receive:
✔️ 400 fresh, viable seeds
✔️ Open-pollinated, non-GMO
✔️ Carefully packaged for successful sowing
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Perilla / Shiso / Jeok Ssam Ip
Botanical Name: Perilla frutescens var. crispa
Plant Type: Annual herb
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Rich, well-drained
Height: 18–30 inches
Days to Harvest: 40–60 days
Harvest Season: Summer to fall
Cold Stratification: Not required
Ideal for herb gardens, containers, raised beds, Asian vegetable gardens, edible landscapes, and cut-and-come-again harvesting.
Perilla (Shiso) – Jeok Ssam Ip 400 Seeds | Korean Red Perilla | Aromatic Culinary Herb | Edible Leaves
$9.99