Ground cherry

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Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Grown as an annual (zone 10+ as a perennial)

FamilySolanaceae

TypeBiennial cultivated as an annual

Botanical namePhysalis pruinosa

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.

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Watering

Moderate — allow to dry slightly between waterings

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Harvest

August to October

Garden associations

In goodcompany.

Companion plants

Basil, carrots, onions

Plants to avoid

Potato (disease sharing)