Groundcherry Seedlings
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Physalis pruinosa
VARIETY:
"Goldie". Also known as Husk Cherry. Small orange to yellow berry with a husk. A conversation piece at markets, well-liked by children. This old-fashioned tomato family member bears 1/2– 3/4" sweet golden berries inside papery husks, resembling small, straw-colored Japanese lanterns. The flavor is quite sweet and a bit wild. Plants are profusely branching, prolific, and drop ripe fruits. Fruits can be eaten raw, dried like raisins, frozen, canned, or made into preserves, cooked pies, and desserts.
CULTURE:
Similar to tomatoes: benefits from trellising, consistent moisture, and full sun in well-drained soil.
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Physalis pruinosa
VARIETY:
"Goldie". Also known as Husk Cherry. Small orange to yellow berry with a husk. A conversation piece at markets, well-liked by children. This old-fashioned tomato family member bears 1/2– 3/4" sweet golden berries inside papery husks, resembling small, straw-colored Japanese lanterns. The flavor is quite sweet and a bit wild. Plants are profusely branching, prolific, and drop ripe fruits. Fruits can be eaten raw, dried like raisins, frozen, canned, or made into preserves, cooked pies, and desserts.
CULTURE:
Similar to tomatoes: benefits from trellising, consistent moisture, and full sun in well-drained soil.
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Physalis pruinosa
VARIETY:
"Goldie". Also known as Husk Cherry. Small orange to yellow berry with a husk. A conversation piece at markets, well-liked by children. This old-fashioned tomato family member bears 1/2– 3/4" sweet golden berries inside papery husks, resembling small, straw-colored Japanese lanterns. The flavor is quite sweet and a bit wild. Plants are profusely branching, prolific, and drop ripe fruits. Fruits can be eaten raw, dried like raisins, frozen, canned, or made into preserves, cooked pies, and desserts.
CULTURE:
Similar to tomatoes: benefits from trellising, consistent moisture, and full sun in well-drained soil.
