Tomatillo Seeds - Toma Verde (Organic)
70 days. Physalis ixocarpa. Organic Toma Verde Tomatillo Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, heirloom, organic, open-pollinated. This crop is suitable for containers, garden plots, raised beds, and fields. Early, prolific green tomatillo with flat-round fruits in papery husks—ideal for salsa verde and roasting; plants tolerate heat and dry spells and set heavily. ~17,205 seeds/oz.
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Growing Organic Toma Verde Tomatillo in the Vegetable Garden
Start 4- 6 weeks indoors before the last frost or direct sow after frost when soils warm. Plant 0.25 inch deep; space 18-24 inches in rows 24-36 inches. Grow at least two plants for reliable pollination and higher yields; stake or cage as vines sprawl.
Keep evenly moist and mulch to conserve water. Harvest when husks dry and split, and fruit fills the husk—slight skin stickiness is normal. Use fresh for salsa verde, roast for sauces, or can.
Harvesting of Toma Verde Tomatillo
Pick fruits when husks turn tan and begin to split, or when full and firm in the husk. Refrigerate briefly or process into salsa and sauces soon after harvest.
About Organic Toma Verde Tomatillo Garden Seeds
Beloved green tomatillo for classic salsa verde. Early, adaptable plants produce abundantly across a range of climates and are staples in Mexican and Southwestern cooking.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"Plant at least two tomatillos—cross-pollination boosts set. A simple stake or cage keeps plants tidy and fruits off the soil for faster, cleaner picking."
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- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer |
Organic Toma Verde Tomatillo Seeds Per Package:
- 500 mg Packet - Approximately 300 Seeds
- 0.25 oz - Bulk - Approximately 4,300 Seeds
- 1 oz - Bulk - Approximately 17,200 Seeds
- 4 oz - Bulk - Approximately 68,820 Seeds
- 1 lb - Wholesale - Approximately 275,000 Seeds
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Physalis ixocarpa |
| Toma Verde Tomatillo Color: | Green husked fruits; green flesh |
| Toma Verde Tomatillo Flavor: | Bright, tangy, lightly sweet |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | Annual 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Days to Maturity: | 70 |
| Days to Germination: | 7-14 |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 18-24 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 24-36 inches |
| Plant Height: | 24-48 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Sprawling |
| Soil Preference: | Well-drained soil with consistent moisture; pH 6.0-7.0. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer 70-95 F |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Direct Sow: | Yes |
| Start Indoors: | Yes, 4-6 weeks before transplanting. |
| Plant Width: | 24-36 inches |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Germination Temperature: | 70-85 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Scout for flea beetles, aphids, and hornworms; provide airflow to limit mildews and stake or cage to keep fruit clean. |
| Garden Size: | Container, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Fields |
| Climate Tolerance: | Heat, Drought |