50 Ground Cherry Seeds - Cape Gooseberry, Chinese Lantern Plant - Non-GMO, Free Shipping

Grow your own delicious Ground Cherries (Physalis peruviana), also known as Cape Gooseberry or Chinese Lantern! These unique fruits are encased in papery husks and offer a sweet-tart flavor perfect for fresh eating, jams, pies, and desserts.

Plant Information:
- Scientific Name: Physalis peruviana
- Common Names: Ground Cherry, Cape Gooseberry, Goldenberry, Chinese Lantern
- Growth Habit: Sprawling annual (or perennial in warm climates) reaching 2-3 feet tall
- Fruit: Golden-orange berries inside papery lantern-like husks

Growing Information:
- USDA Zones: Grown as annual in zones 4-11, perennial in zones 8-11
- Germination: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost or direct sow after danger of frost
- Light Requirements: Full sun (6-8 hours daily)
- Water Requirements: Moderate, consistent watering; drought tolerant once established
- Soil: Well-draining soil with moderate fertility
- Days to Maturity: 70-90 days from transplant
- Harvest: Fruits fall to ground when ripe; collect daily from clean mulch or ground

Culinary Uses:
Enjoy fresh, in salads, baked goods, preserves, or dried like raisins. Rich in vitamins A, C, and antioxidants.

Package Includes:
50 fresh, non-GMO Ground Cherry seeds with high germination rates. Perfect for gardeners seeking unique, productive plants with ornamental and edible value.

Growing Tips:
Provide support for sprawling growth. Plants self-seed readily in favorable conditions. Harvest when husks turn papery and fruits drop naturally.