Queen of Malinalco Tomatillo Seeds

Originating from the highlands of Mexico, the Queen of Malinalco Tomatillo holds a history intertwined with ancient Aztec culinary traditions. Cultivated in the fertile soil of Malinalco, creating a legacy deeply rooted in the culture of Mexican cuisine. These fruits offer a sweet and unique taste, with a citrus aroma, perfect for salsas, sauces, and traditional Mexican dishes.

The fruits are small and pointed, ripened to a yellow color, enclosed in a lantern-like papery skin. Fruit size is small to medium usually around 1 to 2 cm in diameter, wrapped in a unique skin. The plants thrive in warm climates and produce an abundance of tomatoes throughout the growing season. can reach heights of 1-2 meters when using trellises.

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Species Tomato
Scientific Name Physalis ixocarpa
Germination Period 4-10 days
Days till maturity 60
Sowing Depth 0.5 cm
Sowing Intervals 45 cm
Sowing Months March, April, May, June, July, August, September
Sowing Instructions

Prepare transplants. Tomatoes are sensitive to low temperatures and wait until spring arrival when the soil has warmed to plant outdoors. Tomato plants must be supported it is necessary to trellise tomatoes, grow in full sun, and use ground cover to accelerate growth—80 days for harvest.

Growing conditions:

Rich soil with compost and organic fertilizer, plenty of sunlight, and regular watering for optimal growth. Germinate seeds indoors or sow your seeds in warm soil after winter, allowing adequate spacing between plants.

Pick the tomatillos when the fruit turn from green to yellow, you can also pick them green for salsa. Gently pick by pulling the fruit from the plant.

Support: Provide mesh support for these strong vines and prune as needed for better airflow and easier harvest.

Recommended instructions:

sowing:

  • Select a full sunny sowing area
  • Plan the number of seeds according to 1 m² depending on the size of the area/vessel
  • Number of seeds per square meter: 3-2
  • Sowing depth is twice the size of the seed, 1-0.5 cm deep
  • Keep soil moist until germination. (Not too wet)
  • Watering once a day to once every three days (depending on the season)
  • It is recommended to use compost and organic nutrients and microbes.

You can find more information on the website, good luck!

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