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 .
