Tomatillo Purplekeepers - Northern Wildflowers
Physalis ixocarpa
- Full Sun
- 70 Days to Maturation
- Approx. 75 Seeds
- Heirloom
- Up to 3-4' tall
- 80% Germination Rate (2023 test)
Tomatillos are similar in taste and culinary uses as tomatoes. Enjoy them fresh, cooked, or in a salsa to accentuate their citrus tones. Plants have a trailing habit and should be planted in pairs to ensure pollination.
Companions: Basil, Carrots, Peas
Growing Instructions:
Germinates best between 21-24°C in moist soil.
Plant Spacing : 18-24" apart. Row Spacing: 36-48" apart.
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Sow ¼ inch deep. At first true leaf, pot-up to 4 inch pots. Grow at a constant 16–21°C. Harden off before transplanting. Water seedlings with a high-phosphate solution at planting to boost early yields. Prune and trellis for ideal plant health and maximum production.
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Physalis ixocarpa
- Full Sun
- 70 Days to Maturation
- Approx. 75 Seeds
- Heirloom
- Up to 3-4' tall
- 80% Germination Rate (2023 test)
Tomatillos are similar in taste and culinary uses as tomatoes. Enjoy them fresh, cooked, or in a salsa to accentuate their citrus tones. Plants have a trailing habit and should be planted in pairs to ensure pollination.
Companions: Basil, Carrots, Peas
Growing Instructions:
Germinates best between 21-24°C in moist soil.
Plant Spacing : 18-24" apart. Row Spacing: 36-48" apart.
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Sow ¼ inch deep. At first true leaf, pot-up to 4 inch pots. Grow at a constant 16–21°C. Harden off before transplanting. Water seedlings with a high-phosphate solution at planting to boost early yields. Prune and trellis for ideal plant health and maximum production.
