Perilla frutescens var. crispa - 1.5 Ltr pot

Description
The Schwarznessel (Perilla frutescens) is an herbaceous plant with an aromatic flavour. Its bronze-green leaves are wrinkled. A sunny location and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil are required for the optimal growth of Schwarznessel.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Perilla nankinensis, Perilla crispa, Perilla frutescens 'Crispa'.

Bulletpoints
* aromatic in flavour

Leaves
The leaves of the Schwarznessel are bronze-green, pointed ovate, wrinkled and toothed.

Growth
Bushy, upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Care
Too much fertiliser harms the aroma of herbs! Herbs are well cared for in planters if they are given herb fertiliser once in spring. When planted out in the garden, a dose of compost at the start of the season is sufficient.

Fruit
The fruits have an aromatic flavour.

Use
Cottage garden, vegetable garden, consumption, fresh consumption, perennial bed