8 Shiso Perilla Live Starter Plants – Bare Root Herb – Perilla frutescens

Shiso, also known as Perilla, is an aromatic herb valued for its distinctive foliage and use in herb gardens and edible plant collections. This listing includes 8 bare-root starter plants intended for outdoor growing.

The plants are supplied bare root and are listed for full sun to partial shade with moderate watering. The seller describes them as suitable for a range of climates, with a stated USDA range of Zones 3B–10A. Because the supplied botanical information lists Allium for the genus, while shiso is botanically associated with Perilla, the scientific identification should be verified before publishing it as a definitive species name.

Plant Condition Disclosure:
Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note:
You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

🔹 BULLET POINTS:

• 8 Shiso Starter Plants: Includes eight live Shiso/Perilla starter plants.
• Bare Root: Plants are supplied bare root for shipping.
• Herb Garden Plant: Suitable for outdoor herb gardens and edible plant collections.
• Light Requirements: Grows in full sun to partial shade.
• Moderate Watering: Listed with medium watering requirements.
• Broad Climate Range: Seller lists USDA Zones 3B–10A.
• Botanical Identification: Seller-supplied taxonomy lists Allium, but Shiso is generally classified within Perilla; verify the exact cultivar/species before publication.

🧾 MATERIALS:
8 live Shiso starter plants, supplied bare root.

📋 ATTRIBUTES:
Common Name: Shiso, Perilla
Scientific Name: Perilla spp. — verify exact species/cultivar
Plant Type: Herb
Life Cycle: Seller-listed as perennial; verify cultivar and local climate
Flower/Fruit Color: Not specified
Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Soil: Not specified
Water: Medium
USDA Zone: Seller lists 3B–10A
Plant Form: Bare Root
Quantity: 8 plants
Season of Interest: Summer
Growth Stage: Flowering

❓ FAQ:

1. What USDA zones are listed for these Shiso plants?
The supplied listing gives a range of USDA Zones 3B–10A. Actual winter performance depends on the specific plant and local conditions.

2. Does Shiso prefer full sun or partial shade?
These plants are listed for full sun to partial shade.

3. How much water does Shiso need?
The supplied information lists medium watering requirements.

4. Can Shiso be grown in containers?
Shiso can be grown in containers when provided with appropriate light, moisture, and growing conditions.

5. What is the growth habit of Shiso?
Shiso is an aromatic herb with foliage grown for garden and culinary use. The supplied listing identifies it as a flowering plant.