(Physalis ixocarpa) Given to SSE by Suzanne Ashworth, who obtained the seeds from the late Dr. John Wyche. Unique yellow tomatillo with contrasting purple blush (1½" diameter), delicious sweet flavor. Very prolific and easy to grow. 90-100 days from transplant .
START INDOORS 6 weeks before last frost | GERMINATION 14 Days | PLANT OUTDOORS 24-36" Apart | LIGHT Full Sun |
Green Thumb Tip
Culture is very similar to tomatoes. Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Transplant outdoors when soil has warmed. Plants are self-supporting, but sprawl over a large area. Cage or trellis when space is limited.