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Grande Rio Verde Tomatillo Seeds For Planting (Physalis ixocarpa)

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ALL ABOUT THESE TOMATILLOS

The Grande Rio Verde Tomatillo (Physalis ixocarpa) is a high-yielding heirloom variety, producing large, 3-4 oz. apple-green fruits encased in papery husks. With a tangy, citrusy flavor, these tomatillos are ideal for crafting vibrant salsa verde, sauces, and Mexican dishes. Harvested when the husk splits, they offer a sweet-tart taste and are rich in vitamins C and K. Perfect for canning or freezing, this variety ensures a bountiful supply for culinary creations.

SEED COUNT

50 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

HEIRLOOM

YES

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES
ALL ABOUT THESE TOMATILLOS

SEED COUNT

50 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES

HEIRLOOM

YES

The Grande Rio Verde Tomatillo (Physalis ixocarpa) is a high-yielding heirloom variety, producing large, 3-4 oz. apple-green fruits encased in papery husks. With a tangy, citrusy flavor, these tomatillos are ideal for crafting vibrant salsa verde, sauces, and Mexican dishes. Harvested when the husk splits, they offer a sweet-tart taste and are rich in vitamins C and K. Perfect for canning or freezing, this variety ensures a bountiful supply for culinary creations.

ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

GROWERS TIP

SEED PREP

No seed prep needed before sowing.

SOWING DEPTH

Sow seeds 1/4” under.

LIGHT PREFERENCE

Prefers an area of full sunlight.

SOIL CONDITIONS

Prefers a rich & fertile medium.

MOISTURE NEEDS

Water seed daily. Reduce once well established.

GERMINATION

Typically sprouts in 7 to 14 days.

PLANT HEIGHT

Grows to a height of 2’ tall.

PLANT WIDTH

Spreads about 2' wide.

PLANT SPACING

Space plants 24” apart.

ROW SPACING

Space rows 24" to 30" apart.

CROP SIZE

2” to 3” diameter and 3 to 4 oz.

SEASON

Annual crop

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Physalis ixocarpa

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Can be stubborn to germinate.

HARVEST

80 to 85 Days

WHAT ARE CUSTOMERS SAYING?

ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

GROWERS TIP

PREPERATION

No seed prep needed before sowing.

SOWING DEPTH

Sow seeds 1/4” under.

LIGHT PREFERENCE

Prefers an area of full sunlight.

SOIL CONDITIONS

Prefers a rich & fertile medium.

MOISTURE NEEDS

Water seed daily. Reduce once well established.

GERMINATION

Typically sprouts in 7 to 14 days.

PLANT HEIGHT

Grows to a height of 2’ tall.

PLANT WIDTH

Spreads about 2' wide.

PLANT SPACING

Space plants 24” apart.

ROW SPACING

Space rows 24" to 30" apart.

CROP SIZE

2” to 3” diameter and 3 to 4 oz.

SEASON

Annual crop

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Physalis ixocarpa

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Can be stubborn to germinate.

HARVEST

80 to 85 Days

WHAT ARE CUSTOMERS SAYING?