Hudson Valley Seed Co.
Cape Gooseberries Seedlings
Physalis peruviana
Certified Organic
Also known as Peruvian Ground Cherry. Not botanically a gooseberry, but a member of the genus Physalis - which includes tomatillos, as well as the recently re-popularized Physalis pruinosa (such as our Aunt Molly's Ground Cherry). More tart than Aunt Molly's, but beloved by those fond of strong, sour, earthy flavors. Rich in antioxidants and Vitamin C to boot.
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Growing instructions
Grow like tomatoes: sow indoors 3-8 weeks before last frost, then transplant after frost. Can be slow to germinate; need heat. Grows rapidly and with much branching once transplanted. Becomes a bushy plant; may require support to keep outer branches aloft. Harvest fruit once husks turn golden and become papery and brittle., when it's ripe and delicious. Immature fruit are not tasty.
Product Details
| Days to Maturity | 70 days |
|---|---|
| Days to Germination | 7-14 days |
| Width at Maturity | 24 inches |
| Height at Maturiry | 24 to 36 inches |
| Sun Conditions | Full Sun (8+ Hours Sun) |
| Planting Depth | _ inch |
| Row Spacing | 36 inches |
| Plant Spacing | 24 inches |
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