Organic Ground Cherry (Physalis pruinosa) Golden Strawberry / Chinese Lantern Vegetable Seeds

The Organic Ground Cherry (Physalis pruinosa), often called Golden Strawberry or Chinese Lantern, is a small fruiting plant that produces golden, husked berries with a uniquely sweet and tangy tropical flavor. These golden fruits resemble miniature tomatillos wrapped in papery husks, protecting them until perfectly ripe.

These non-GMO organic ground cherry seeds yield compact, prolific plants that thrive in sunny garden beds or containers. Ground cherries are ideal for fresh eating, jams, sauces, and desserts—bringing a burst of golden sweetness to your harvest.

Planting Guide

• Seed Starting: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost.
• Sowing Depth: ¼ inch deep in moist, seed-starting mix.
• Germination Time: 7–14 days at 75–85°F.
• Transplanting: Move outdoors after danger of frost has passed.
• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart; 3 feet between rows.
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
• Harvest: Pick when husks turn tan and fruits drop naturally to the ground.

Growing Tips

• Ideal for containers, raised beds, and sunny garden plots.
• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Harvest fruits after they fall naturally for best flavor.
• Stores well in husks for several weeks in a cool, dry place.
• Delicious in pies, tarts, salsas, and preserves.