Description
25 Seeds per pack
(Physalis ixocarpa) 68 days Makes a very attractive purple salsa. The Purple Tomatillo plant is also very attractive, with purple veins in the leaves, and light green to buff colored husks on the tomatillo themselves. The Purple Tomatillo has a sharper flavor and is sweeter than the green variety. Can be eaten fresh, but most popular in sauces, salsas, stewed, fried, or made into pastes. A delicious combination for salsa includes tomatillos,tomatoes, peppers, purple onion, garlic, and fresh herbs like basil, thyme and oregano. Stores well for a tomatillo, stores longest when removed from husks and placed in a sealed plastic bag in the refrigerator.
Planting Instructions for Purple Tomatillo Seeds
Purple Tomatillo may be direct seeded in long season climates, otherwise it is recommended to start indoors 4-6 wks. before last frost date. When direct seeding Tomatillos, plant ¼” deep. Plant in full sun or with afternoon shade in hot climates. Thin to 12-24″ apart. Heirloom / Open Pollinated Tomatillos like an average water supply. Tomatillo plants are self supporting, but do sprawl, so caging or trellising is recommended in small gardens. Heirloom / Open Pollinated Tomatillo fruits are mature when husks are light tan, and fruits split the husk.
FAQ:
How long does it take for Purple Tomatillos to mature?
Purple Tomatillos mature in approximately 68 days and are ready to harvest when the husks turn light tan and split open.
What are the unique features of Purple Tomatillos?
Purple Tomatillos have a sharper, sweeter flavor than green varieties and produce attractive plants with purple veins and light green to buff-colored husks. They make a visually appealing purple salsa.
What are the ideal growing conditions for Purple Tomatillos?
Plant in full sun or with afternoon shade in hot climates. They tolerate average water conditions and are suitable for similar growing conditions as tomatoes, with added heat and drought tolerance.
How should I plant Purple Tomatillo seeds?
Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost, or direct seed in long-season climates by planting ¼″ deep. Thin plants to 12-24″ apart once seedlings are established.
How should I store harvested Purple Tomatillos?
For the longest shelf life, remove the husks and store the tomatillos in a sealed plastic bag in the refrigerator. They store better than most tomatillo varieties when handled this way.
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