Ground cherry

Latin Name: Physalis pruinosa
Plant type: Biennial cultivated as an annual
Botanical family: Solanaceae

Hardiness Zone: Grown as an annual (zone 10+ as a perennial)
Harvest period: August to October

Exposure: Full sun
Watering: Moderate — allow to dry slightly between waterings

Spacing: 60 cm between plants

Companion plants: Basil, carrots, onions
Enemy plants:
Potato (disease sharing)

Description

An annual plant that produces small, golden, sweet, and tangy fruits enclosed in a papery covering. Popular for desserts, jams, or as a fresh snack, it grows easily in full sun and tolerates warm conditions well. Undemanding, it also makes a very decorative vegetable garden. The fruits fall to the ground when ripe, ready to be picked.

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