Tomatillo Verde Seeds - Physalis ixocarpa - 100mg for Salsa Verde & Mexican Cuisine

Tomatillo Verde (Physalis ixocarpa) is a staple in Mexican cuisine, prized for its tart, tangy flavor that forms the backbone of salsa verde. These husk tomatoes grow on bushy plants and produce round, green fruits encased in papery husks. Harvest when the husk splits and the fruit fills out for fresh salsas, sauces, and grilled dishes.

Easy to grow in full sun, tomatillos are prolific producers and add a unique element to any vegetable garden. The plants are self-fertile but benefit from growing at least two for better pollination. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or new to growing Mexican ingredients, tomatillo verde seeds offer a rewarding harvest.

Plant Features

• Produces round, green fruits with a tangy, citrus-like flavor
• Fruits are enclosed in papery husks that split when ripe
• Vigorous, bushy plants that can reach 3-4 feet tall
• Self-fertile, but cross-pollination improves yield
• Excellent for fresh salsa verde, roasting, and canning

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Physalis ixocarpa
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Bushy, upright
• USDA Hardiness Zones: Grown as annual in most zones
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 3-4 feet
• Spacing: 18-24 inches apart
• Germination Requirements: Soil temperature 70-80°F (21-27°C); light aids germination

Planting & Care

Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix, keep moist, and provide warmth (70-80°F). Germination typically occurs in 7-14 days. Harden off seedlings before transplanting outdoors after danger of frost has passed. Space plants 18-24 inches apart in full sun and well-drained soil.

Tomatillos benefit from consistent watering and mulch to retain moisture. Stake or cage plants if they become top-heavy with fruit. Harvest when the husk turns papery and splits, revealing the green fruit inside. Regular harvesting encourages continued production.

What's Included

100mg of Tomatillo Verde seeds (Physalis ixocarpa).