Purple Tomatillo Seeds produce healthy, high-yielding plants with unique purple fruits, perfect for salsas, sauces, and fresh eating. These non-GMO seeds grow vigorously in warm-season gardens, raised beds, or containers. Known for strong germination and continuous fruiting, Purple Tomatillos are easy to grow and highly productive.

Features:

• Premium non-GMO Purple Tomatillo seeds
• Unique purple fruit with tangy flavor
• High germination and vigorous plant growth
• Suitable for gardens, raised beds, or containers
• Ideal for fresh eating, cooking, and salsas

Specifications

• Common Name: Purple Tomatillo
• Scientific Name: Physalis ixocarpa
• Plant Type: Warm-season annual
• Seed Type: Non-GMO
• Heirloom: Not specified
• Organic: Not specified
• Growth Habit: Bushy, sprawling plants
• Season: Spring through summer
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 311 (grown as annual)
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-draining soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate and consistent
• Soil Temperature for Germination: 7085F
• Plant Spacing: 1824 inches
• Row Spacing: 3648 inches
• Days to Maturity: 7590 days
• Special Characteristics: Unique purple fruit, high-yield, container-friendly

Planting Guide

• When to Plant:
• Start seeds indoors 68 weeks before last frost
• Transplant outdoors once temperatures remain consistently warm
• How to Plant:
• Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix
• Keep soil warm and evenly moist until germination
• Sunlight:
• Full sun ensures vigorous growth and productive fruiting
• Watering:
• Water consistently at the base of the plant
• Avoid overwatering to prevent root stress
• Maintenance:
• Provide support for sprawling plants if necessary
• Mulch to retain soil moisture and reduce soil-borne issues
• Harvesting:
• Harvest tomatillos when fruits are firm and husks begin to split
• Regular picking encourages continuous production