McKenzie Ground Cherry Aunt Molly Seeds

Ground Cherry Aunt Molly produces abundant lantern-like husks that enclose sweet, golden berries with a unique tropical-sweet flavour. This easy-to-grow plant is perfect for home gardens and containers, offering a delicious treat fresh, in desserts, or dried like raisins.

Why you’ll love it:

• Sweet, golden berries with a unique tropical flavour
• Abundant yield of husked fruits
• Great for fresh eating, baking, or drying
• Performs well in home gardens and containers

Growing Information:

• Botanical Name: Physalis pruinosa
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable/fruit
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Germination: ~7–14 days
• Days to Harvest: ~70–90 days
• Height: ~45–60 cm (18–24 in)

Seed Details:

• Seed Type: Open pollinated
• Approximate Seed Count: Varies by packet
• Special Characteristics: Husks enclose sweet, tropical-flavoured berries

Suggested Uses:
Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or directly outdoors after all danger of frost. Transplant to well-drained soil and full sun. Keep soil evenly moist through establishment and harvest when fruits drop naturally from husks. Ideal for fresh eating, desserts, preserves, or drying.

Seed packet includes planting instructions. Results may vary based on growing conditions.