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Purple Tomatillo Seeds For Planting (Physalis ixocarpa)

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ALL ABOUT THESE TOMATILLOS

SEED COUNT

50 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

HEIRLOOM

YES

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES
The purple tomatillo, a variant of the tomatillo plant, is recognized for its striking purple color as it ripens, distinguishing it from the more common green variety. This fruit, encased in a papery husk, offers a unique flavor profile with hints of sweetness and tartness, making it a versatile ingredient in culinary dishes, especially salsas.


Originating in Mexico, the purple tomatillo has ancient roots, with evidence of its cultivation dating back to the time of the Aztecs around 800 B.C. These plants were not only a dietary staple but also held cultural significance among various pre-Columbian societies. Over centuries, while remaining a staple in Mexican cuisine, the tomatillo, including its purple variant, spread globally, with Mexico still being a primary exporter, especially noted for its purple tomatillos in the 1980s when they began gaining popularity in the U.S. market.

ALL ABOUT THESE TOMATILLOS

SEED COUNT

50 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES

HEIRLOOM

YES
The purple tomatillo, a variant of the tomatillo plant, is recognized for its striking purple color as it ripens, distinguishing it from the more common green variety. This fruit, encased in a papery husk, offers a unique flavor profile with hints of sweetness and tartness, making it a versatile ingredient in culinary dishes, especially salsas.


Originating in Mexico, the purple tomatillo has ancient roots, with evidence of its cultivation dating back to the time of the Aztecs around 800 B.C. These plants were not only a dietary staple but also held cultural significance among various pre-Columbian societies. Over centuries, while remaining a staple in Mexican cuisine, the tomatillo, including its purple variant, spread globally, with Mexico still being a primary exporter, especially noted for its purple tomatillos in the 1980s when they began gaining popularity in the U.S. market.

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' to 3’ tall.

PLANT WIDTH

Spreads about 2’ wide.

PLANT SPACING

Space plants 24” apart.

ROW SPACING

Space rows 24" to 30" apart.

CROP SIZE

1" to 2” diameter and 2 to 4 oz.

SEASON

Annual crop

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Physalis ixocarpa

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Can be stubborn to germinate.

HARVEST

75 Days

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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' to 3’ tall.

PLANT WIDTH

Spreads about 2’ wide.

PLANT SPACING

Space plants 24” apart.

ROW SPACING

Space rows 24" to 30" apart.

CROP SIZE

1" to 2” diameter and 2 to 4 oz.

SEASON

Annual crop