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Shiso Perilla - Red akashiso
Red Shiso is also commonly called Japanese basil/mint. The incredible flavor has been described as curry-like and a combination of cumin, cilantro and parsley with a hint of cinnamon. The flavor is milder than Green Shiso. The crushed leaves smell like lemon balm. The Shiso Perilla Red (Akashiso), 'Perella frutescens 'crispa', is an intoxicating flavorful herb that should be as popular as basil or cilantro and it also is an attractive bedding plant. This easy to grow herb should be planted in the spring after the last average frost date. Mix or sprinkle over cucumbers, cabbage, fish, soups, rice, and potato dishes. The Shiso is also an excellent container plant. Red Shiso Perilla have green leaves that resemble parsley except they have sharply serrated edges. Red Shiso has edible flowers. ... additional info
Corn - Country Gentleman Corn prefers a deep, rich well drained soil. Corn is usually ready 3 weeks after silks appear. The tasty, sweet, milky heirloom corn is delightful to eat, and has one unusual trait, the kernels are not arranged in rows. This sweet corn is also known as Shoe Peg corn. It is very tasty to eat fresh and it is used for creamed corn. In the deep south, this can be as early as February. Successive plantings in two week intervals will produce a much longer cropping season. The Corn Sweet Country Gentleman, 'Zea mays', was introduced in 1891. Plant in the spring, a week or two after the last spring frost or when the soil is warm. |
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