Highlights
AKA: Ground Cherry Tomatillo, Husk Tomato, Goldenberry, Aztec Berry, Peruvian Groundcherry, Inca Berry, Giant Ground Cherry, Peruvian Cherry, Coztomate, Pogapoga, Coztomatl, Topotopo.
The Ground Cherry Tomatillo are golden orange in color with a tan husk. Produces fruits about 1" during the Summer months. The flavor is tart and citrus like.
If starting indoors, plant 4-6 weeks before the last killing frost. Fill each spot with soil leaving a quarter inch at the top. Put 2-3 seeds per container then sprinkle soil on top. Keep soil moist but not soaked. Once plants start forming, more water can be applied. Keep in area that allows for plenty of sunlight and rotate regularly. Transplanting is best done 1 to 2 weeks after the average date of the last frost for your region.
If starting in your garden bed, wait 1-2 weeks after the last killing frost to plant. Choose area that has plenty of light and well draining soil. Plant in rows with 2-3 seeds per section with about 2' separation from next section. Add stakes as needed to keep plants upright.
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 3 to 10
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Planting Season: Warm Season
Plant Spacing: 18-36 inches
Planting Depth: 1/4-1/2 inch
Days to Maturity: 60-90 Days
