Grande Rio Verde Tomatillo Seeds – Non-GMO Heirloom

plants. Cooks who love Mexican cuisine will find these tomatillo seeds a must-grow for fresh and roasted green sauces. Who it's for Ideal for home cooks who make salsa verde, enchiladas, and green chile dishes, and for gardeners who want a productive, easy-growing tomatillo. How & when to plant Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your last frost, sowing 1/4 inch deep in warm soil around 70–80°F. Transplant after frost has passed, spacing plants 24–36 inches apart in full sun. Plant at least two tomatillos for good pollination. These sprawling plants grow as warm-season annuals in USDA zones 4–12 and benefit from staking or caging. Harvest Fruit is ready about 75–85 days after transplanting. Pick when the papery husks fill out and split slightly, revealing firm green fruit inside. Harvest before the husks fully dry for the best tangy flavor. Benefits & uses Grande Rio Verde tomatillos are the foundation of salsa verde and green enchilada sauce, delicious whether raw or roasted. Their tart, citrusy flavor also brightens soups, stews, and grilled dishes. Growing guide: New to this variety? Read our full guide, How to Grow Grande Rio Verde Tomatillos From Seed , for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.