• Bright orange Chinese Lantern papery husks growing on a plant in a garden setting.
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  • Dried Chinese Lantern husk showing an orange berry inside against a blurred background.
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Chinese Lantern Seeds

The cute seed pods are perfect for dried floral arrangements

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About the Variety

Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Ground Cover
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Medicinal
Reduces Erosion
Suppresses Weeds
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Physalis alkekengi

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 60 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Spreading

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 24 inches

COLOR

  • Orange

Sometimes known as Strawberry Ground Cherry, our Chinese Lantern features delicate flowers with the tell-tale orange seed pod that looks like a glowing orange lantern. As it can be aggressive, many gardeners recommend confining its growth. The pods dry well and are excellent in dried floral arrangements.

  • Unique addition to your colorful garden
  • Excellend for dried floral arrangements
  • Prefers full sun

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 8-10 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 254 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 18,000 Up to 625 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Chinese Lantern Planting Guide to learn more.

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Chinese Lantern Seeds

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Chinese Lantern Seeds FAQs

What is Chinese Lantern also known as?

Chinese Lantern is also known as Strawberry Groundcherry, Bladder Cherry, Winter Cherrry, and Japanese-Lantern.

Is Chinese Lantern resistant to animals or disease?

Chinese Lantern is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is Chinese Lantern?

Chinese Lantern is an open pollinated seed.

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