Orange Tomatillo Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Orange tomatillo plants are warm-season annuals with an upright, bushy growth habit and a spreading canopy. Plants are adaptable to a wide range of growing conditions in temperate to warm climates and perform well in garden beds and larger containers. Seed-grown tomatillo plants establish strong root systems and are commonly used in home gardens where ample sunlight and consistent moisture are available. The plants are well suited to seasonal cultivation and benefit from open spacing to support airflow and steady growth throughout the growing season.

Features

• Upright, branching growth habit

• Suitable for outdoor gardens and container planting

• Adaptable to warm and temperate climates

• Performs well with seasonal planting

• Supports extended growth through the warm season

Specifications

• Scientific name: Physalis philadelphica

• Common name (US): Tomatillo

• Seed type / variety: Orange tomatillo

• Growth habit: Upright, bushy annual

• USDA hardiness zones: 4 to 11 (grown as an annual)

• Planting season: Spring after last frost

• Sowing season:

  • Zones 4 to 6: March to April (indoors), May to June (outdoors)

  • Zones 7 to 9: February to March (indoors), April to May (outdoors)

  • Zones 10 to 11: January to February (outdoors)

• Germination time and conditions: 7 to 14 days; warm soil and consistent moisture required

• Sunlight requirements: Full sun

• Soil requirements: Well-drained soil with moderate organic matter

• Watering needs: Regular watering; soil should remain evenly moist

• Mature plant size: 36 to 48 inches tall, 24 to 36 inches spread

• Plant spacing: 24 to 36 inches apart