Tomatillo 'Grande Rio Verde' Seeds (Naturally Grown)
$3.50
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SKU
GH1696
Grande Rio Verde is a heavy producer of large, 3 oz. apple-green fruit, making it the largest tomatillo variety available.
Grande Rio Verde is a heavy producer of large, 3 oz. apple-green fruit, making it the largest tomatillo variety available. The medium-sized plants are determinate and don’t require staking. Excellent flavor. Tomatillos have a firmer texture than tomatoes and are more cold hardy. They are a staple in Salsa Verde and Mexican dishes. Tomatillos are an excellent source of iron, magnesium, potassium, Vitamin C and K, fiber, niacin, and manganese. Harvest tomatillos when the husks turn brown and split, or when the fruit falls from the plant. Suitable for home garden and market growers.
| Botanical Name | Physalis ixocarpa |
|---|---|
| Seeds Per Pack | 25 |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 4 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 21 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height | 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Plant Spacing | 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | N/A |
| Soil pH Requirements | 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) |
| Days to Harvest | 80-90 |
| Propagation Methods | From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds |
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