Growing Tomatillo

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13 Aug 14 Angie (Australia - temperate climate)
Does anyone know if tomatillo's can handle heat and humidity? I'm in Darwin and we can't grow many things in the wet season. Tomatoes are strictly dry season but egg plants will grow all year round, which is kind of ironic as they are both from the night shade family.
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28 Oct 16 Sandra (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
Hi Angie I have been told by Paulina at Green Harvest that tomatillos, particularly the sweeter Tomatillo Purple is suitable for hot humid areas. I have just ordered some to try here near Port Douglas. I don't know if quarantine laws allow them to send seeds to NT... I think it is only plants that are restricted. Green Harvest under their 'Organic Seeds' section have a whole listing dedicated to plants to grow n Hot and Humid conditions. They also have a book 'Tropical Food Gardens' that details suitable plants and growing methods. Hope this helps.
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