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Perilla Green Shiso Microgreens seeds
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Description
General Information about Perilla Green Shiso microgreens
Perilla Green Shiso (Perilla frutescens) is an aromatic Asian herb from the mint family (Lamiaceae), highly valued in Japanese and Korean cuisine. At the microgreen stage, it offers a fresh green color, delicate cotyledons, and slender stems with a refined, elegant appearance.
Green Shiso microgreens are known for their distinct herbal aroma combining mint, anise, and subtle licorice notes, sometimes with light spice undertones. Compared to the Perilla Red, the green variety is often perceived as slightly fresher and brighter in its aromatic profile.
Microgreens have a stronger and fresher aroma than mature plants. As Perilla grows, its aromatic intensity decreases. That is why Green Shiso microgreens are valued by chefs who want a bold flavor in a small, delicate leaf.
How to Grow Perilla Green Shiso microgreens?
Perilla is not a “fast and easy” microgreen. It requires stable conditions and patience, but rewards growers with a premium product.
► Seed Preparation
- Soaking: Not reccomended
- Seeds are small and delicate
- Store at 5–8°C to maintain germination stability, without temperature flucations
► Sowing
- 10×20 tray: approx. 10–12 g
- Spread evenly on moist substrate
- Do not bury deeply
► Germination
Recommended approach:
- Lightly press seeds to ensure good contact
- Maintain consistent moisture
- Temperature: 20–25°C works best
- Avoid low temperatures – germination drops significantly
Some growers germinate under cover moisture control. Others germinate directly under light. Test with your batch for best results.
► Growing Stage
- Provide good airflow to reduce damping-off risk
- Water from the bottom
- Avoid overwatering
- Stop watering 24–48h before harvest to improve shelf life
► Harvest Time
Two common harvest windows are reported:
- 16–18 days (first true leaf stage)
- 20–30 days depending on size target
Perilla is slower than most microgreens. Do not compare it to radish cycles.
How to Use Perilla Green Shiso?
Green Shiso microgreens are designed for refined plating. Their mint–anise–herbal profile works especially well with:
- Sushi and sashimi
- Tuna, salmon, and seafood
- Asian noodle dishes
- Beef and umami-based sauces
- Citrus-based dressings (yuzu, ponzu)
- Herbal desserts and modern cocktails
The green variety adds freshness without overpowering the dish. It works as a flavor bridge between acidity, fat, and spice.
Used mainly by:
- Fine-dining chefs
- Fusion cuisine restaurants
- Sushi professionals
- Creative home cooks
What Are Nutritional Benefits of Perilla Green Shiso?
Available scientific data specific to microgreens shows that Perilla can contain:
- Significant levels of minerals such as potassium, calcium, magnesium and copper
- Rosmarinic acid, a well-known phenolic compound studied in Perilla microgreens
Research indicates that rosmarinic acid levels in microgreens can vary depending on light conditions and harvest timing.
| Variety: | Perilla Green Shiso |
| Certification: | Conventional Seeds |
| Seed Category: | Microgreens Seeds |
| Latin Name: | Perilla frutescens |
| Difficulty Level: | Advanced |
| Seed count per gram: | approx.100-150 seeds |
| Sprout in low temp.: | No |
| Soaking: | No |
| Watering: | Moderate, bottom watering recommended |
| Blackout Time: | Optional short cover for moisture control |
| Total growing time: | 16–18 days |
| Taste: | Mint, Anise, Herbal, Light licorice |
| Stem Color: | White-Green |
| Leaves Color: | Bright green |
| Nutrition benefits: | Rosmarinic acid, minerals (K, Ca, Mg, Cu) |
