About Vietnamese, Tia To

The taste of this green and purple shiso is variously described as mint-basil, curry-like, and a combination of cumin, cilantro, and parsley with a hint of cinnamon. Try it for yourself!

About Shiso

Aromatic leaves with crimped edges are used in Asian cuisines in sushi, spring rolls, sauces, salads, and stir fries. Self-seeding annual.

Pot Size & Price
3.5-in. pot
$3.00
Height
18"–24"
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun Partial Sun
Catalog
H129
Plant Traits
Bees
Butterflies
Cold Sensitive
Culinary
Attractive Foliage
Stock Notes
Restocks On Saturday

Other varieties of Shiso

Green shiso leaves, pinked edges, strong striations on the leaves
Photo from the Wikimedia Commons by Dalgial.

Green

Catalog
H127
Purple leaved plant with feathery edges.
Friends School Plant Sale photo by Nancy S.

Red

Catalog
H128