90 days. Physalis philadelphica. Open Pollinated. Dr Wyche's Yellow Tomatillo. The plant produces heavy yields of 2" yellow tomatillos. A popular tomatillo variety prized for its unique flavor and productivity. It is sweeter than average tomatillos, and some describe a fruity note reminiscent of apple/apricot when fully ripe. The fruit is covered in a papery husk that turns brown and splits when ready. Excellent for fresh salsa, salsa verde, and chili verde. The late Dr. John Wyche of Oklahoma developed this variety. He was an avid seed saver (and co-owner of a circus) who reportedly fertilized his gardens with elephant manure. Excellent choice for home gardens and specialty market growers. An heirloom variety from the USA.
70 days. Physalis ixocarpa. Open Pollinated. Pineapple Tomatillo. This early-maturing plant produces good yields of 1" size tomatillos. It is a popular tomatillo variety prized for its small, cherry-sized fruits with a sweet, tropical, pineapple-like flavor that's sweeter and fruitier than standard green tomatillos. It has a fruity taste similar to pineapple. Excellent for making a wonderful salsa. The small, cherry-sized fruit turns from green to yellow gold when mature. They are surrounded by a papery husk that turns from green to brown as they ripen and splits open when they are ready to harvest. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety originating from the USA.
65 days. Physalis ixocarpa. Open Pollinated. Purple Tomatillo Seeds. This early-maturing plant produces high yields of flavorful purple tomatillos. It is a popular tomatillo variety prized for its color, and unlike the common green ones, these produce sweeter fruits with fruity, citrus-like notes and less tartness. Great for making attractive salsa. A great storage-type tomatillo. Excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. A variety from the USA.
60 days. Physalis ixocarpa. Open Pollinated. Toma Verde Tomatillo Seeds. This early-maturing plant produces good yields of large 2 to 3" bright green tomatillos. It is a popular tomatillo variety prized for its high yields, early production, adaptability, and authentic flavor for salsas, sauces, stews, roasting, or grilling. It is widely grown for classic salsa verde and Mexican cooking. They are surrounded by a papery husk that turns from green to brown as they ripen and splits open when they are ready to harvest. Heat Tolerant. Drought Tolerant. Requires staking or trellising for support. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. A variety from the USA.