Shiso 'atropurpurea'

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that atropurpurea is thought of as tender, so it is really important to ensure that the outside temperature is well above freezing before planting or moving outdoors.

Germination usually 15-30 days. ¹

Look to ensure a distance 7.8 inches (20.0 cm) between seeds when sowing - bury at a depth of at least 0.0 inches (0.0 cm) deep. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 18°C / 64°F to ensure good germination.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as atropurpurea is a tender plant.

¹ “B-and-T-world-seeds”: http://b-and-t-world-seeds.com/carth.asp?species=Perilla%20frutescens%20Atropurpurea%20organic&sref=39215

² “Daves Garden entry on Perilla frutescens Atropurpurea”: http://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/31437/

³ “Marthastewart.com entry on Shiso: Perilla frutescens Atropurpurea”: http://www.marthastewart.com/plant/perilla-frutescens-atropurpurea