Grow vibrant, productive plants with our Purple Tomatillo Seeds, a top choice for gardeners seeking rich color, productive harvests, and excellent garden performance. These tomatillo seeds are known for their striking purple husks, firm texture, and delicious tart-sweet flavor, making them popular for cooking, preserving, and fresh use.
These seeds are well-adapted to warm climates and produce strong, vigorous plants that thrive in full sun. Gardeners across the United States choose Purple Tomatillo seeds for their reliability, high yield potential, and ability to perform well in a variety of soil types.
Perfect for raised beds, backyard gardens, and container planting. Includes easy planting and growing instructions for successful germination and harvest.
Features
- Premium quality Purple Tomatillo seeds
- Non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom
- High-yielding plants with deep purple husks
- Ideal for outdoor gardens and containers
- Heat-tolerant and vigorous growth habit
- Excellent for sauces, roasting, and fresh dishes
- Suitable for beginner and experienced gardeners
Specifications
Common Name: Tomatillo
Seed Type: Purple Tomatillo Seeds
Plant Type: Warm-season annual
Growth Habit: Bushy, branching plants
Heirloom: Yes
GMO Status: Non-GMO
Organic: Not specified
Sun Requirement: Full sun
Soil Preference: Well-draining soil with moderate richness
Season: Spring and summer planting
USDA Zones: Best in Zones 3–12 (grown as an annual)
Days to Germination: 7–14 days
Days to Harvest: 70–85 days
Plant Height: 3–4 feet
Spacing: 18–24 inches apart
Water Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
Pollination: Requires at least two tomatillo plants for proper pollination
Growth Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Planting Guide
- When to Plant: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last expected frost or sow outdoors when soil temperatures stay above 65°F.
- How to Plant: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix or garden soil. Keep soil evenly moist for strong germination.
- Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors once frost risk has passed. Harden off seedlings for 5–7 days before transplanting.
- Support: Plants benefit from staking or caging to keep fruit off the ground and improve airflow.
- Fertilization: Use nutrient-rich soil at planting (no restricted substances).
- Harvesting: Tomatillos are ready to pick when the papery husk splits or fills tightly around the fruit. Color will deepen to purple as they ripen.
- Storage: Keep harvested tomatillos in their husks in a cool, dry place or refrigerate for longer freshness.
