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Can You Grow Tomatillo in New Brunswick?

Canada · Canadian Zone 5 · zones 4, 5, 6

Grows well here

Tomatillos grow vigorously in your zone — plant two and expect a massive harvest.

Plant zones

5a–10b

New Brunswick last frost

mid-April

New Brunswick first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

75–100 days

When to plant Tomatillos in New Brunswick

Start indoors

Mar 3

Transplant

Apr 15

Harvest

Jun 29 – Jul 24

Dates are approximate, based on New Brunswick's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Tomatillo

Tomatillos are the tangy green tomato-like fruit essential to Mexican salsa verde and Indian-inspired green chutneys. They grow in a papery husk and are extremely productive once established. Always plant at least two for pollination.

Must grow at least two plants for fruit set — single plants rarely produce. Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Support with stakes or cages. Harvest when husks split and fruit fills the husk. Prolific producer — expect more than you need.

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Gardening in New Brunswick

New Brunswick has a maritime continental climate. The Saint John River Valley is Zone 5b-6a. Four distinct seasons with a productive 5-6 month growing season. Known for potatoes, blueberries, and fiddleheads.