Physalis ixocarpa, Rio Grande verde tomatillo

Rio Grande verde tomatillo
Physalis ixocarpa

Light: Full sun
Water: Water daily right after transplanting, then reduce watering to allow root systems to develop deeply, prevent disease, and for sweeter flavored fruits. Water at the base of the plant, avoid getting water on foliage.
Hardiness: Summer crop, extremely frost intolerant, plant well after last chance of frost
Spacing: 1- 2' between plants, 2' between rows
Days to maturity: 85
Soil notes: Rich garden soil, compost amendment beneficial, avoid fertilizing until roots systems are strongly established.

Fruit: large, apple green fruits