{"product_id":"green-shiso-seeds","title":"Green Shiso Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow your own fresh green shiso, a versatile and aromatic Japanese herb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePopular in Japanese cuisine for its fragrant, slightly minty flavour and tender, serrated leaves, green shiso adds a burst of freshness to salads, sushi, garnishes and pickles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Perilla frutescens, this striking green herb is easy to grow at home and incredibly rewarding for gardeners seeking authentic Japanese flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Grow Green Shiso?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrant, slightly minty flavour perfect for sushi, salads, and pickling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful bright green, serrated leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing and easy to cultivate in pots, greenhouses, or garden beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for UK climates and home gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked with antioxidants and traditional culinary uses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen shiso is more than just a garnish. It’s packed with natural compounds traditionally believed to support digestion, provide antioxidant benefits and add subtle, refreshing notes to meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves are edible raw, cooked or pickled, making it a highly versatile addition to your herb garden and can be grown in pots, raised beds, or allotments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Green Shiso in the UK\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow indoors from early spring or directly outdoors after the last frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun to partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWell-draining, fertile soil; avoid waterlogged conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds thinly and cover lightly with soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep soil consistently moist until germination (usually 7–14 days)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin seedlings to 20–25cm apart for optimal growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be grown in pots, garden beds or allotments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeaves can be harvested once plants are well established. Pick the outer leaves regularly to encourage bushy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 1200 seeds per pack\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52017444618521,"sku":"WSB.SEED.02","price":3.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/seeds-green-shiso.webp?v=1771938595","url":"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/products\/green-shiso-seeds","provider":"The Wasabi Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}