• A bowl of salsa made with Ground Cherry tomatillos.
  • Orange Ground Cherry Tomatillo surrounded by husks of tomatillos and other ground cherries.
  • A ripe, orange ground cherry fruit encased in its papery husk, revealing the fruit inside.
  • A close-up shot of several ground cherry tomatillos, some still encased in their papery husks.
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Tomatillo Seeds - Ground Cherry

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Hydroponic Friendly
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Fragrant
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Physalis pruinosa

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 60 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Branching
  • Spreading
  • Upright

PLANT TYPE

  • Determinate

Grow Tomatillos - Plant Ground Cherry Tomatillo Seeds

Ground Cherry Tomatillo, also known as Cape Gooseberry or Golder Berry, produces fruits about 1" during the Summer months.

  • Open-Pollinated; Ground Cherry Tomatillo
  • Great for Preserves, Jellies, + Jams; Flavor is a Cross between a Pineapple + Tomato
  • Heavy Self-Seeder; Prefers Full Sun Exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Warm Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4-1/2 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 18 to 36 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 402
1 Ounce 38,000

Planting Guide

View our Tomatillo Planting Guide to learn more.

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Tomatillo Seeds - Ground Cherry

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Tomatillo Seeds - Ground Cherry FAQs

What type of seed is Ground Cherry Tomatillo?

Ground Cherry Tomatillo is an open pollinated seed.

How big will Ground Cherry Tomatillo get?

Ground Cherry Tomatillo grows to 4 ounces.

What is the flavor profile of Ground Cherry Tomatillo?

Ground Cherry Tomatillo has a flavor profile described as sweet, tart, slightly fruity, and citrusy.

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