When to Plant Tomatillos in Zone 5
In USDA zone 5a, start seeds indoors around March 24, transplant or plant outdoors May 19 to August 2, and expect your first harvest around August 2. (5a shown here — see 5a and 5b dates separately below.)
Tomatillos planting calendar for USDA Zone 5a
Average last spring frost
May 5
Average first fall frost
October 1
Start seeds indoors
Mar 24
Transplant outdoors
May 19
Projected first harvest
Aug 2
Most tomatillos mature in about 75 days, needing roughly 149 frost-free days in zone 5a.
Tomatillos planting calendar for USDA Zone 5b
Average last spring frost
April 30
Average first fall frost
October 5
Start seeds indoors
Mar 19
Transplant outdoors
May 14
Projected first harvest
Jul 28
Most tomatillos mature in about 75 days, needing roughly 158 frost-free days in zone 5b.
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Varieties to grow
2 varieties of tomatillos in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.
Common problems with tomatillos
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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