• 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

SEED TYPE

  • Open Pollinated Seed

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 60 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Branching
  • Spreading
  • Upright

PLANT TYPE

  • Determinate

COLOR

  • Orange

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 FAQs

    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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