This colorful and productive blend of green and purple tomatillos is a wonderful addition to any home garden. Grown for their unique tangy flavor and crisp texture, tomatillos are an essential ingredient in salsa verde and other Mexican dishes. The small fruits develop inside decorative, papery husks and ripen to offer a juicy burst of citrusy freshness. Compact, bushy plants reach approximately 50 cm (20 inches) in height and allow for continuous harvests throughout the summer.

Where to grow your Tomatillo Mix
Tomatillos thrive in zones 4-9 in full sun and well-drained soil. They prefer warm climates and benefit from staking or caging to support the abundant fruit production. For best results, it is recommended to grow at least two plants to promote pollination.

History and Traditional Uses
Native to Central America and cultivated for centuries in Mexican cuisine, tomatillos were already used in pre-Columbian times. They are used in salsas, sauces, and stews, and are valued for their ability to store well, ripen off the plant, and develop complex flavor when cooked.

Canadian Zone Information
Zones 8-9: Direct sow after last frost or start indoors for an earlier harvest.
Zones 5-7: Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost and transplant when soil is warm.
Zones 3-4: Grow in containers or a greenhouse for best yields; start indoors early.

How to Grow and Harvest Tomatillo Mix

Planting: Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost; transplant outdoors, spacing plants 45 cm (18 inches) apart.
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during fruit formation.
Harvesting: Pick fruits when the husk is fully filled and begins to split.
Maintenance: Grow at least two plants for cross-pollination; provide support to prevent fruits from touching the ground.

Tips for Seed Saving for Future Supply

Allow Fruits to Mature: Let fruits fully ripen on the plant.
Seed Extraction: Remove seeds, ferment them in water for 2-3 days, then rinse thoroughly.
Drying and Storage: Spread on paper towel until fully dry, then store in a cool, dry place. Seeds remain viable for 4-6 years.

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