Name: Physalis Edulis (Cape Gooseberry)
SKU: 85015
Price: 1.95 GBP
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Physalis Edulis (Cape Gooseberry)

Cape Gooseberry is also known as Physalis and is a tall growing plant of up to 2 metres high, which produces edible fruits. The perennial plant produces star shaped flowers in July and August which are then followed by green cyclos which turn bright orange-red when the fruits are ripe. They are delicious when eaten raw or can alternatively be made into a delicious jam. They also make a beautiful garnish for desserts to show off to your friends and family.

Product Part No: 85015

Pack size: 450 Seeds

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Price: £1.95

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When to Sow

Sow Plant Harvest

Notes: harvest when fruits are orange/red

Additional Details

When to Sow Cape Gooseberry Seeds

February to April

Where to Sow

Under glass sow seeds on the surface of a good quality seed compost and lightly cover the seed with vermiculite at a temperature of 18-21°C

What to do Next

Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant into individual 9cm (3in) pots and grow them on at a minimum temperature of 15°C until they are 20cm (8") tall. Transplant into larger containers or growbags and grow under glass or once all risk of frost has passed move containers outside to a sunny patio.

Harvest

July to September

Nutritional Values

Excellent source of Vitamin A, C and B

Handy Tip

Plants can look attractive grown in large containers on a sunny patio. Once plants start to produce flowers, feed once a week with a high potash tomato food to encourage the small fruits to develop.

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