Pineapple (Ground Cherry) Tomatillo Seeds (Organic)

Introducing our Pineapple Tomatillo (Ground Cherry) seeds, an heirloom variety that’s perfect for any garden. These vining plants produce sweet, tangy fruit encased in a papery husk, making them a unique addition to your garden. Pineapple tomatillos are perfect for recipes like pineapple salsa, salsas, and even desserts, thanks to their fruity taste.

For optimal growth, plant pineapple tomatillo seeds once the frost has passed, typically after the frost date has passed in spring. Ensure they are fully ripe before harvesting. As the plants mature, the fruit will fall to the ground when it is ready. You can also start ground cherry seeds indoors to get a head start on the growing season. Ground cherries (Physalis pruinosa), also known as cape gooseberry, thrive in warmer conditions, making them perfect for your garden after the danger of frost has passed.

Why Choose Pineapple Tomatillo Seeds?

Our Pineapple Tomatillo seeds offer a unique twist on traditional tomatillos, with a fruity taste that combines the sweetness of pineapple and the tang of tomatoes. Perfect for making pineapple tomatillo salsa, pineapple salsa, and even salsas, these vining plants grow quickly, typically in 75 days, and produce fruit wrapped in a papery husk that turns a vibrant yellow gold when ripe. These plants thrive in well-drained soil, and their husks split open when the fruit is ready to harvest, providing a fresh and flavorful addition to salads, jam, and desserts. With proper care, you'll enjoy a bountiful harvest of green tomatillos and ripe fruit, perfect for tossing in recipes, adding to salsas, or enjoying fresh from the garden.

Characteristics of Pineapple Tomatillo (Ground Cherry)

The pineapple tomatillo is a unique vining plant that produces small, round fruits wrapped in a papery husk, similar to ground cherries. These tomatillos develop a fruity taste that combines the sweetness of pineapple with the tang of tomatoes, making them perfect for pineapple tomatillo salsa or pineapple salsa recipes. The fruit matures in about 75 days, with husks splitting open when the fruit is ready for harvest. The yellow gold fruit can be eaten fresh, tossed into salads, or used in jam and desserts. Whether you grow them for their unique flavor or for adding to your favorite salsa or recipe, pineapple tomatillos thrive in fertile soil and offer a flavorful addition to any garden.

Soil & Water: Tomatillos love fertile soil rich in organic matter. Add plenty of compost prior to planting. Soil pH is preferred between 5.5-7.0. Soak the soil 4-6" deep at 7-day intervals. Mulch to preserve moisture. Avoid wetting the foliage when watering.

Planting & Growing: Sow seeds in flats 6-8 weeks before the last frost and thin to 2" apart after the first true leaves appear. Before transplanting after the last frost, harden off the plants by placing them outdoors for a few hours to start, increasing the time each day until they spend a full day outside. Plant in full sun, except in hot climates where some afternoon shade is recommended.

Harvesting & Storage: Harvest individual fruits when the husk begins to split or the fruit fills out the husk.

• Soil Temperature: 70-80°F
• Planting Depth: 1/4"
• Germination: 7-14 Days
• Height At Maturity: 3'-4'
• Days to Maturity: 70-95 Days
• Sun/Shade: Full Sun
• Spacing After Thinning: 36"-48"
• Approx Seeds per Pack: 50 Seeds

Culinary Uses for Pineapple Tomatillo

The pineapple tomatillo offers a unique fruity taste that combines the sweetness of pineapple with the tartness of green tomatillos. Once the husks split open and the yellow gold fruit ripens, it becomes perfect for making pineapple tomatillo salsa or adding to your favorite salsa recipe. This tangy fruit also shines in salads, jam, and even desserts—simply toss it with onion, tomatoes, or oil for a sweet and savory treat. Whether you're harvesting them fresh from your tomatillo plants or incorporating them into a dish, these vibrant fruits are sure to elevate your recipes.

Why Buy Pineapple Tomatillo From Us?

Our pineapple tomatillo seeds provide you with the perfect fruit to grow vibrant tomatillo plants that produce sweet, tangy fruits encased in a delicate papery husk. These vining plants thrive in fertile soil and are ideal for creating delicious pineapple tomatillo salsa, adding a unique twist to your favorite salsa recipes, or making refreshing pineapple salsa. With a growing time of just 75 days, you can enjoy green tomatillos that turn into yellow gold as they ripen—ready to harvest, eat, or use in everything from salads to desserts. Whether you're a gardener or a chef, our seeds bring you the best quality to enhance your garden and your recipes.

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