Tomatillo ‘Purple Coban’ Seeds – “Physalis ixocarpa”

🍅 Tomatillo ‘Purple Coban’ – A tangy twist with a jewel-toned pop!
Add a splash of colour and flavour to your veggie patch with Tomatillo ‘Purple Coban’ — a stunning, heirloom variety from the highlands of Guatemala. This tomatillo delivers small, plum-like fruits that ripen to a rich purple inside papery husks. The flavour? Tangy, slightly sweet, and perfect for fresh salsas, roasting, or jams. A must-have for adventurous cooks and colourful gardens!

🌱 How to Grow:

Sowing Time:
Spring to early summer (September–November)
Start indoors or in trays 6–8 weeks before the last frost.

Germination:
7–14 days at 20–28°C
Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep in seed trays or pots. Keep soil moist and warm.
Transplant after all danger of frost has passed.

⚠️ Pollination Tip:
You’ll need two or more plants for good fruit set — tomatillos aren’t self-fertile!

🌞 Position:

Full sun — 6–8 hours of direct sun daily
Loves warmth and light, just like tomatoes.

🪨 Soil:

Rich, well-drained soil with plenty of compost or organic matter.
pH: 6.0–7.0
Mulch to conserve moisture and keep roots cool.

💧 Watering:

Regular and even — water deeply when topsoil begins to dry out.
Don’t let the plants dry out during flowering or fruiting.

🌼 Harvest Time:

70–100 days from transplant
Fruits are ready when the husks split or turn papery and begin to dry.
The skin develops a deep purple hue when fully ripe. Can be picked green for tangier flavour.

📏 Height & Spread:

90–120 cm tall
60–90 cm wide
Vigorous, slightly sprawling plants — may need staking or caging for support.

🌿 Top Tips:

✔️ Plant at least two plants for cross-pollination
✔️ Stake or cage plants early to support heavy fruit loads
✔️ Harvest when husks begin to dry or split for best flavour
✔️ Store harvested fruits in their husks in a cool, dry place
✔️ Use for purple salsa, sauces, roasting, or even sweet preserves!

🐝 Pollinator Friendly:

Bright yellow flowers are loved by bees and other pollinators — a lively addition to the veggie garden.

💜 Why Grow Tomatillo ‘Purple Coban’?

✔️ Unusual and beautiful heirloom variety
✔️ Sweet-tart flavour that shines in salsas, sauces & jams
✔️ Gorgeous purple fruits in papery husks
✔️ Easy to grow with great productivity
✔️ A conversation starter for any food garden

From tacos to jars of purple salsa – bring a little Guatemalan flair to your harvest with ‘Purple Coban’! 🌮💜✨