Cultivate Ground Cherries (Physalis pruinosa), a unique and flavorful fruiting plant known for its small, golden-orange berries enclosed in paper-like husks. These heirloom, non-GMO seeds produce fast-growing, productive plants ideal for home gardens, containers, or raised beds. Ground Cherries are sweet, slightly tart, and perfect for fresh consumption, jams, pies, and preserves.

Features & Specifications:

• Variety: Ground Cherries (Physalis pruinosa)
• Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO
• Plant Type: Fruiting perennial (grown as annual in cooler climates)
• Plant Height: 1836 inches (4590 cm)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
• Soil Preference: Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter
• USDA Zones: 311 (can be grown in containers or indoors in colder zones)
• Maturity Period: 7090 days

Planting & Sowing Instructions:

• Seed Sowing: Start seeds indoors 68 weeks before the last frost. Sow seeds inch deep in seed-starting mix.
• Transplanting: Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost when soil is warm.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging.
• Support: Provide staking or cages for upright growth if necessary.
• Harvesting: Pick fruits when husks turn papery and golden, typically 7090 days after sowing.

Why Choose These Seeds:

1. Heirloom, non-GMO seeds for authentic Ground Cherries
2. Produces sweet, tangy, and nutritious fruits
3. Fast-growing and highly productive for gardens or containers
4. Versatile culinary uses: fresh, desserts, jams, and preserves