Discover a unique and delicious treat with our Ground Cherry seeds. This delightful heirloom, also known as Husk Cherry, produces an abundance of small, sweet-tart fruits, each wrapped in its own papery husk. When ripe, the husks turn brown and the berries drop to the ground, ready to be gathered. The flavor is a fantastic, complex mix of pineapple and tomato, perfect for making jams, pies, sauces, or just for snacking on straight from the garden.

What you’ll love

A unique, sweet-tart flavor that tastes like a cross between a pineapple and a tomato.
The fun of unwrapping each delicious berry from its own papery husk.
A versatile fruit that is excellent for making jams, pies, and sauces.
The productive, sprawling plants provide a bountiful harvest.

Seed details

Plant Name: Ground Cherry (Physalis pruinosa)
Seed Quantity: Approx. 20 seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
Lifecycle: Annual
Height: 2-3 feet
Days to Maturity: 70-80 days
USDA Zone: 3-11
Origin: American Grown

Growing instructions

Sowing: For best results, start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost.
Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in a moist, well-draining seed starting mix.
Germination: Keep soil warm (70-80F). Germination is slow, taking 14-21 days.
Spacing: Harden off seedlings and transplant outdoors after all danger of frost, spacing them 18-24 inches apart.
Light Requirement: Full Sun.
Soil: Prefers rich, well-draining soil.

Our seed packets

Professionally designed and made.
Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!