Physalis Edulis (Cape Gooseberry)

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.