Ground Cherry

Ground cherries (Physalis pruinosa), offered by Le Potager Ornemental de Catherine

Ground cherries are small golden fruits enclosed in a delicate beige lantern , offering a sweet and slightly tart flavor , reminiscent of a mixture of tomato, pineapple and citrus . Very easy to grow, they produce abundantly throughout the summer and are harvested when they fall naturally to the ground .

Appreciated for their excellent conservation , they remain tasty for several weeks after harvest. Delicious fresh, in jams, desserts or as a garnish , they add an original and exotic touch to many preparations.

Characteristics of the variety

Type : Annual
Plant habit : Bushy and spreading
Height : 40 to 60 cm
Fruits : Small golden berries wrapped in little leave
Flavor : Sweet, slightly tangy
Maturity : 70 to 80 days
Tolerance : Good disease resistance
Use : Fresh, desserts, jams, dried

?? Cultivation method

?? Exposure : Full sun
?? Sowing :
• Indoors 6 to 8 weeks before last frost
• Transplant into open ground after all risk of frost
?? Sowing depth : 3 mm
?? Germination temperature : 21-26°C
? Germination time : 7 to 14 days
?? Spacing : 50 cm between plants
?? Watering : Regular, on well-drained soil
?? Harvest : The fruits are ripe when they fall to the ground

With their unique taste and long shelf life , ground cherries are a delicious and easy to grow crop, perfect for gardens and balconies .

Use and special features

?? A sweet and versatile fruit
Delicious fresh, in jams, pastries or dried .

?? Easy to grow and very productive
A generous plant that produces a large quantity of fruit.

? Keeps for several weeks
Thanks to their protective covering, they remain fresh long after harvest .