Ohba Ao
Shiso
Heirloom
Perilla frutescens
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Lamiaceae (Mint family) · Genus: Perilla
Characteristics
Color
Green
Flavor
Citrus / LemonRich / ComplexSpicy / Pungent
Intended Use
Fresh / Salad
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Warm-Season/Tender
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Exposure
Partial Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist
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Origin
Japan
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Germination
7–21 days
at 50–85 °F
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Days to Maturity
60–70 days
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
4-6 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
0-2 Weeks After Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Spring)
0-2 Weeks After Last Frost
Planting Depth
1/8–1/4 in
Seed Spacing
1–2 in
Row Spacing
18–24 in
Thin To
10–12 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
65–75 °F
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Soil Temp
50–85 °F
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Air Temp
32 °F
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