Crop: Tomatillo (Physalis philadelphica)

Use/Type: Standard

Breeder: Andrew Still Adaptive Seeds and the Seed Ambassadors Project

OSSI Pledge Date: 12/5/2016

Release Date: 12/5/2016

Bred for Organic Systems: Yes

Commercial Availability: Yes

Variety Type: Finished Variety

Description

This is our effort to breed a medium-sized purple tomatillo that stores for a very long time off the vine. Shades range from a slight purple blush on green, to deep purple all through the fruit. Purple tomatillos are reputed to keep well already & we are trying to improve on this. A landrace is a variety that has been purposely maintained as a diverse gene pool to help it be more adaptive to harsh conditions. We like this old form of plant breeding, so we are using it to create a modern landrace.

Availability from OSSI Seed Company Partners

• Adaptive Seeds