Ground Cherry Seeds

Ground Cherry is an old-fashioned garden favorite that produces small golden fruits enclosed in delicate papery husks, much like a miniature tomatillo. The low-growing, spreading plants are remarkably productive, yielding hundreds of sweet, tropical-flavored fruits that drop naturally when fully ripe.

Days to Maturity: 70–75 days
Fruit Size: ½–¾ inch
Fruit Color: Golden Yellow (inside papery husk)
Growth Habit: Low-growing, sprawling bush
Flavor: Sweet, fruity, with hints of pineapple, vanilla, and citrus
Disease Resistance: Good overall garden vigor and dependable production
Uses: Excellent for fresh snacking, pies, jams, preserves, desserts, fruit salads, and garnishes.

A favorite in cottage gardens for generations, Ground Cherry is easy to grow and rewards gardeners with an abundance of delicious husked fruits that are unlike any other crop in the vegetable garden.