{"product_id":"kumato-3-copy","title":"Acorazonado Tomatillo","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAcorazonado Tomatillo \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeeds\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnwrap the Flavor.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAt first, it looks like a tiny paper lantern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThen you peel back the husk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eInside is a firm, juicy tomatillo packed with the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebright, tangy flavor behind some of the world’s greatest salsas.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAcorazonado Tomatillo produces distinctive husk-covered fruits for roasting, grilling, simmering, or blending fresh. Vigorous plants can become remarkably productive, providing basketfuls of fruit for salsa verde, sauces, soups, tacos, and preserving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eAnd watching each fruit slowly \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003efill its papery husk\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is half the fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Grow Acorazonado Tomatillo?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e💚 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBright, tangy flavor.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTomatillos bring a tart, citrusy, slightly fruity character that’s completely different from an ordinary tomato.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🏮 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFruit wrapped in a lantern.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery tomatillo develops inside a papery husk that expands before the fruit grows large enough to fill it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🌮 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eA salsa garden essential.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoast tomatillos with chiles, onion, garlic, and cilantro and you’re halfway to an incredible homemade salsa verde.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🧺 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHighly productive plants.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHealthy tomatillo plants can produce large numbers of husked fruits throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e❤️ \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eA distinctive selection.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eAcorazonado\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e translates roughly to \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e“heart-shaped,”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e a fitting name for this unusual tomatillo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTomatillo Isn’t a Green Tomato\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThey may look similar once the husk comes off, but tomatillos and tomatoes are different plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eTomatoes belong to the genus \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eSolanum\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eTomatillos belong to \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhysalis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e—the same genus that includes ground cherries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThat’s why tomatillos produce their remarkable papery husks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eTheir flavor is different too: typically \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebrighter, tarter, firmer, and more citrus-forward\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e than a conventional tomato.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSun:\u003c\/b\u003e Full sun — 6–8+ hours daily\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil:\u003c\/b\u003e Fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately ¼ inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 24–36 inches apart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGermination:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 5–14 days in warm conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater:\u003c\/b\u003e Water deeply and consistently while avoiding constantly saturated soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupport:\u003c\/b\u003e A cage or stake can help support sprawling, fruit-loaded plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLife Cycle:\u003c\/b\u003e Warm-season annual in frost-prone climates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowing Tip — Plant More Than One!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis one matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrow at least two genetically distinct tomatillo plants for reliable fruit production.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eTomatillos are generally strongly self-incompatible, meaning a flower often needs pollen from another compatible plant rather than simply pollinating itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePlant several together and let bees do the matchmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eOne lonely tomatillo can produce loads of flowers and disappointingly little fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow Do You Know They’re Ready?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🏮 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatch the Husk\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe papery lantern develops before the fruit inside reaches full size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e💚 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatch It Fill\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs the tomatillo grows, it gradually expands until it fills the husk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e✂️ \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHarvest\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA fruit that has filled its husk—and may even begin splitting it—is generally approaching harvest maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e🧼 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeel \u0026amp; Rinse\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRemove the papery husk before cooking or eating. The fruit underneath naturally has a sticky coating that can simply be rinsed away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMake Salsa Verde From Your Own Garden\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🔥 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoast\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoast or broil tomatillos until softened and lightly charred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🌶️ \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdd Chiles\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse jalapeño, serrano, or another favorite chile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🧅 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdd Onion \u0026amp; Garlic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuild the savory foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🌿 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdd Cilantro\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBring in fresh herbal flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🍋 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish \u0026amp; Blend\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeason to taste and blend everything together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eGrowing tomatillos and hot peppers side by side means \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eyour backyard can produce almost an entire batch of salsa.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom Garden to Kitchen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🌮 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSalsa Verde\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe classic—and for good reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🔥 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoasted Sauces\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoasting brings out sweetness while preserving tomatillo’s distinctive acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🥣 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoups \u0026amp; Stews\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdd brightness and body to savory dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🍳 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBreakfast\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpoon homemade salsa verde over eggs, breakfast tacos, or potatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e🫙 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreserve the Harvest\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTurn heavy summer harvests into sauces and preserves for later use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalsa gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMexican-inspired cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaised beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKitchen gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSauces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTacos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreserving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdventurous gardeners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🏮 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe husk develops before the fruit.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The tomatillo grows inside until it eventually fills its little paper lantern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🐝 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTwo plants are better than one.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Cross-pollination between genetically different plants is important for reliable fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🍅 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTomatillos aren’t tomatoes.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e They’re members of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ePhysalis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, making them relatives of ground cherries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🧼 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThat sticky surface is normal.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Peel away the husk and rinse the fruit before using it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🌎 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTomatillos have deep roots in Mesoamerican agriculture.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e They were cultivated in Mexico long before European contact and remain fundamental to Mexican cuisine today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e🌸 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBees are important partners.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Pollinating insects moving between plants help turn abundant yellow flowers into abundant fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrow the Salsa.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePlant the seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWatch the flowers open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eSee tiny paper lanterns appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWait as each fruit fills its husk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThen unwrap it, roast it, and turn it into something incredible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant Acorazonado Tomatillo—and grow salsa from the ground up.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardin Warehouse","offers":[{"title":"High Mowing - '26 - 1\/32 ounce","offer_id":43479269408816,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2485\/1572\/files\/image_ce74f66e-0e55-4298-9dc9-87784890a60b.png?v=1786466612","url":"https:\/\/gard.in\/products\/kumato-3-copy","provider":"Gardin Warehouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}