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Tomatillo Seeds - Rio Grande Verde

Largest tomatillo on the market

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Hydroponic Friendly
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Fragrant
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Lycopersicon esculentum

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 60 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Branching
  • Spreading
  • Upright

PLANT TYPE

  • Semi-determinate

Grow Heirloom Tomatillos - Plant Rio Grande Verde Tomatillo Seeds

The perfect tomatillo for salsa verde or chile verde! Rio Grande Verde Tomatillo plants will not disappoint, as it produces one of the largest tomatillos on the market! Look for the husks to dry and split to mark maturity, fruit will remain apple green. Excellent flavor, heavy re-seeder.

  • Heirloom; Bush Spreading Plant
  • Perfect for Salsa Verde or Chile Verde; Largest Market Tomatillo
  • Heavy Self-Seeder; Prefers Full Sun Exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Warm Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4-1/2 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 18 to 36 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 402
1 Ounce 38,000
1/4 Pound 152,000

Planting Guide

View our Tomatillo Planting Guide to learn more.

Companion Plants

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Tomatillo Seeds - Rio Grande Verde FAQs

What type of seed is Rio Grande Verde Tomatillo?

Rio Grande Verde Tomatillo is an open pollinated seed.

How big will Rio Grande Verde Tomatillo get?

Rio Grande Verde Tomatillo grows to 3 ounces.

What is the flavor profile of Rio Grande Verde Tomatillo?

Rio Grande Verde Tomatillo has a flavor profile described as tangy, juicy, and slightly acidic.

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