Tomatillo – Purple

3434 Physalis ixocarpa

70 days.
Cultivated in Mexico for thousands of years, with a history dating back to 800 B.C. They were a crucial culinary staple for the Aztecs and Mayans.
Branching plants grow roughly 3′ tall. Small, papery husked fruit (1–2″ in diameter) with deep purple skin.
Distinctively sweeter and less acidic than green tomatillos. Excellent for roasting and grilling, in salsas and chutneys.

~100 seeds/packet