tomatillo

How to Grow and Care for tomatillo

tomatillo · Physalis ixocarpa
Also known as: jamberberry; Mexican husk tomato; husk tomato; jamberry

Sow seed indoors in early spring. Grow on in a cool greenhouse, or outdoors in milder areas once all risk of frost has passed. Needs well-drained soil in a sunny position and support for the lax branches. Feed every 10-14 days with a balanced liquid fertiliser before switching to a high potassium liquid feed once the first fruits have set

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterloggingSunlight: Full sunOnly the berries are edible, other plant parts can cause mild stomach upset if eaten. Wear gloves and wash hands after handling]

Planting and Growing tomatillo

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
ToxicityOnly the berries are edible, other plant parts can cause mild stomach upset if eaten. Wear gloves and wash hands after handling]
Care Tips

Sow seed indoors in early spring. Grow on in a cool greenhouse, or outdoors in milder areas once all risk of frost has passed. Needs well-drained soil in a sunny position and support for the lax branches. Feed every 10-14 days with a balanced liquid fertiliser before switching to a high potassium liquid feed once the first fruits have set

How to Water tomatillo?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for tomatillo?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for tomatillo?

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What Soil Is Best for tomatillo?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for tomatillo?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize tomatillo?

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

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How to Prune tomatillo?

None required

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How to Propagate tomatillo?

Propagate by seed

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How to Transplant tomatillo?

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How to Care for tomatillo in Winter?

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How to Plant tomatillo?

Sow seed indoors in early spring. Grow on in a cool greenhouse, or outdoors in milder areas once all risk of frost has passed. Needs well-drained soil in a sunny position and support for the lax branches. Feed every 10-14 days with a balanced liquid fertiliser before switching to a high potassium liquid feed once the first fruits have set

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How to Repot tomatillo?

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How to Harvest tomatillo?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally problem free

Pests

Generally problem free

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The Toxicity of tomatillo

Only the berries are edible, other plant parts can cause mild stomach upset if eaten. Wear gloves and wash hands after handling]

More General Info About tomatillo

Attributes of tomatillo

Plant typeConservatory Greenhouse · Annual Biennial · Fruit Edible
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitBushy
OriginInformation to be completed

Scientific Classification

Species
Physalis ixocarpa
Genus
Physalis
Family
Solanaceae
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