Physalis philadelphica 'Purple de Milpa'
Tomatillo
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Tomatillo (Physalis philadelphica 'Purple de Milpa') - Description
80-90 Days. Vigorous plants produce 2" fruits that are delicious when purple and ripe. Indeterminate. We searched the world to find the best organic seed - Burpee fully guarantees that not a drop of synthetic chemicals was used to make these excellent seeds. Certified Organic Seed
Tomatillo (Physalis philadelphica 'Purple de Milpa') - Blooming
Blooms in the summer but is not known for its flowers. The Chinese Lantern Plant has a decorative calyx that looks like a little "lantern".
Tomatillo (Physalis philadelphica 'Purple de Milpa') - Growth
Tomatillos are warm season annuals. Grows best with soil temperatures above 60°F (15°C) and air temperatures above 80°F (15°C).
Tomatillo (Physalis philadelphica 'Purple de Milpa') - Planting
Propagate from the seed. Sow seeds after the threat of frost has passed. Also possible to start seedlings indoors and transplant when the weather warms. Amend the soil with compost before planting.
Tomatillo (Physalis philadelphica 'Purple de Milpa') - Pest
Pick off Japanese beetles, hornworms, and leafrollers from the plants. Protect young plants from cutworms by surrounding with paper collars. Tomatillos are prone to diseases like verticillium wilt and mosaic virus. Avoid diseases by rotating crops from year to year and cleaning crop debris in fall.
Tomatillo (Physalis philadelphica 'Purple de Milpa') - Interesting facts
Native to Central America and has been used for thousands of years as ingredients in salsa verde, chili verde, and other Mexican dishes. The sweet flavor of the tomatillo contrasts that of the hot chile peppers.
Tomatillo (Physalis philadelphica 'Purple de Milpa') - Soil and irrigation
Does best with slightly acidic soil that is well-draining. Keep the soil moist. Provide a mulch to enhance soil water retention.
