Purple de Milpa Tomatillo Plant

Heirloom Husk Tomato | Deep Purple Fruit | Sprawling Habit

At-a-Glance:🪴 Container Friendly (7–10 gal) • 🌿 Small Space Friendly (with support) • 🍅 Heirloom

Purple de Milpa is a traditional heirloom tomatillo known for its striking deep purple fruits enclosed in papery husks. Sweeter and slightly richer than green tomatillo varieties, it adds depth of flavor and vibrant color to fresh salsas and sauces.

Key Characteristics:

• Open-pollinated heirloom variety

• Sprawling, branching growth habit

• Small-to-medium purple fruit inside husks

• Sweet-tart flavor profile

• Mid-season maturity

• Requires at least two plants for optimal pollination

Why Grow It?

• Unique purple fruit for colorful salsas

• Excellent for fresh or roasted sauces

• Performs well in large containers with light support

• Highly productive once established

Patina Note: A vibrant heirloom that brings bold color and balanced flavor to the summer kitchen.*