Tomatillo Planting

🌱 Planting & Spacing

• Always plant at least two tomatillo plants—they need cross-pollination to produce fruit.

• Give them plenty of space: about 2 feet between plants and 3 feet between rows.

☀️ Sunlight & Soil

• Choose a sunny spot with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

• They prefer well-draining, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.

• Add compost or aged manure to enrich the soil before planting.

💧 Watering

• Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Deep watering is better than frequent shallow watering.

• Mulch helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.

🌿 Support & Growth

• Tomatillos can grow 4–5 feet tall and wide, so stake or cage them to keep fruit off the ground and improve airflow.

• They’re indeterminate, meaning they’ll keep growing and producing until frost hits.

🐝 Pollination

• Bees and other pollinators are essential. Planting flowers nearby can help attract them.

• Without proper pollination, you’ll get flowers but no fruit.

🍈 Harvesting

• Pick tomatillos when the husk splits and the fruit fills it out. They should feel firm and slightly sticky.

• Harvest regularly to encourage more fruit production.

If you’re growing them for salsa verde (which I highly recommend), you’re in for a treat.