{"product_id":"purple-tomatillos2","title":"Purple Tomatillos","description":"\u003cp\u003e5 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple Tomatillo is a traditional Mexican heirloom plant that produces \u003cstrong\u003edeep purple fruits enclosed in a papery husk\u003c\/strong\u003e. Fruits typically measure \u003cstrong\u003e4–6 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e in diameter and develop a rich, slightly sweet-tart flavor when fully ripe. They are excellent for fresh salsa, sauces, roasting, grilling, soups, and preserves. Purple Tomatillo plants are vigorous and highly productive. Unlike tomatoes, \u003cstrong\u003emost tomatillo varieties require at least two plants for reliable cross-pollination and good fruit production\u003c\/strong\u003e. They perform very well in the Gulf region when grown during the cooler season and are suitable for gardens, raised beds, large containers, greenhouses, and hydroponic systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBest Planting Time\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAugust to October\u003c\/strong\u003e (recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJanuary to February\u003c\/strong\u003e (for greenhouse cultivation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid outdoor planting when daytime temperatures consistently exceed \u003cstrong\u003e38–40°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeed Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak seeds in \u003cstrong\u003ewarm water (25–28°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003e4–6 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e before sowing (optional).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo cold stratification is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse fertile, loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40% Coco peat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30% Compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20% Garden soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10% Perlite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal soil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6.0–7.0\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSowing Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds in seed trays or nursery pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant seeds \u003cstrong\u003e0.5 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover lightly with fine soil or vermiculite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the growing medium consistently moist until germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Light\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal germination temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e22–28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal growing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e20–30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires \u003cstrong\u003e6–8 hours of direct sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring very hot Gulf afternoons, provide \u003cstrong\u003e30% shade cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e if necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist during germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply whenever the top \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e of soil becomes dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid prolonged waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGermination Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7–14 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTransplanting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant seedlings when they have:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4–6 true leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight of \u003cstrong\u003e15–20 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60–75 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace rows:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e90–120 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest begins:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e70–90 days after transplanting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest fruits when the papery husk completely fills and begins to split naturally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully ripe fruits develop a rich \u003cstrong\u003epurple color\u003c\/strong\u003e and excellent flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGulf Climate Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant during \u003cstrong\u003eAugust to October\u003c\/strong\u003e for the best harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow \u003cstrong\u003eat least two plants\u003c\/strong\u003e together to improve pollination and maximize fruit production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport plants with stakes or cages if they become heavily loaded with fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilize every \u003cstrong\u003e2 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e with a balanced fertilizer, then switch to one higher in \u003cstrong\u003epotassium and phosphorus\u003c\/strong\u003e during flowering and fruiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply organic mulch to retain moisture and keep roots cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurple Tomatillo performs exceptionally well in \u003cstrong\u003egreenhouses, raised beds, hydroponic systems, large containers, and home gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e","brand":"Bahçevilya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48279400284378,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"KWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1026\/1978\/files\/UMWZFXUSIC1192022141915_qzzqyeskmq106202212911_tom.jpg?v=1784826990","url":"https:\/\/www.alldrops.store\/products\/purple-tomatillos2","provider":"All Drops Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}