This prized traditional strain yields plump, 2 inch diameter fruits that ripen to a rich purple where the husk splits and exposes the skin to light. Delicious raw or stewed, tomatillos are the main ingredient in salsa "verde". Beautiful purple fruit, large size. Many are a bright violet color throughout their flesh. Much sweeter than the green types; it can be eaten right off the plant. Turns purple when ripe; quite rare!
Adapted to grow successfully in a wide range of climates. These papery-husked wonders prefer growing conditions somewhat similar to tomatoes (and are related to a tomato), but will handle a lot more heat than tomatoes. Grows quickly and produces in both southern and northern climates. Used in a wide variety of Mexican foods. 75 days from transplanting. 25+ Organic seeds.
~ planting ~
When to sow outside: 2 to 4 weeks after average last frost, and when soil temperatures are warm.
When to start inside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before average last frost.
~ harvesting ~
Fruit is ripe when the light brown papery husk has folded back to reveal the plump berry. Ripe fruit will soon fall to the ground. Harvest after the papery husk has split, when fruits are golf ball-sized and skin has turned purple. Semi-determinate.
