Ground Cherry

Latin name Groundcherry
Quantity per packet About 25 seeds
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Product
identification
Latin nameGroundcherry
FamilyNightshades
TypeVegetable
CycleAnnual
Quantity per packAbout 25 seeds
Code produitWHPER-0023
Product
description

The compact ground cherry immediately captivates with its branched habit, generous silhouette, and small fruits encased in delicate lanterns that evoke hidden treasures of the vegetable garden. Perfect for small spaces, it thrives equally well in pots, containers, or a sunny flowerbed, offering urban gardeners a cultivation that is as decorative as it is delicious. Its abundant and regular production makes it a very rewarding plant, especially when the ripe fruits fall to the ground like small sweet surprises ready to be picked. Their sweet, fruity, and aromatic flavor is reminiscent of a subtle blend of pineapple and sweet tomato, making them a much-loved treat fresh or processed. In the garden, this species attracts attention with its light and productive appearance, while contributing to diversifying edible crops and enriching the nourishing ecosystem. Easy to grow in rich, well-drained soil, it primarily requires warmth, light, and consistent watering to express its full potential. Its cultivation is suitable for both beginners and enthusiasts who enjoy harvesting for a long time without needing a large plot of land. Compact, flavorful, and full of charm, the ground cherry is a precious ally for a gourmet, lively, and intensely productive garden.

Sowing
guide
Sowing periodMarch to April indoors
Sowing depth0.6 cm (1/4 in.)
Germination temperature21 to 24 °C (70 to 75 °F)
Germination time10 to 21 days
Soil
and care
ExposureSun
Soil
Rich, loose and well-drained
Watering
Regular
Container
growing
true
Bloom,
harvest
and garden
Garden use
Fresh eating, jams, desserts, container growing
Bloom period
June to September
Harvest
Approximately 70 days after sowing
Size
and facts
Height24 to 30 inches (60 to 75 cm)
Spread45 to 60 cm (18 to 24 in)
Planting
partners
Good companions
basil, carrot, cucumber, bean, pepper, tomato
Avoid planting with
potato, fennel, cabbage
The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.