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Physalis ( Cape Goodberry) Purple De Milpa
A very vigarous and spreading plant  with delicious oriental fruit inside a delightful papery husk,  also makes an unusual jam. Star shaped flowers,  followed by green cyclos which turn a purple colour when the fruits are ripe.

Excellent source of Vitamin A, C and B
 
When to Sow: Feb - Apr

HOW TO SOW:
In pots or trays onto moist compost just covering with a little soil. Ideal temp of 18-21°C. Transplant into individual pots when large enough to handle.  Plant out after all risk of frost has passed. Can also be grown in large pots on a sunny patio.
 
  • Classification: Hardy Perennial
  • Germination Time: 2-4 weeks
  • Flowering Time:Jul - Sep
  • Site: Full Sun/ Sheltered Sun
 
  • Soil Type: Chalk / Sand / Loam
  • Soil Acidity: All Types
  • Moisture: Well drained
  • Care: Feed once a week with a high potash tomato food to encourage the small fruits to develop. Protect from frost or bring indoors over winter.
  • Use: EdibleHarvest: When fruits are purple, Green fruits can be poisonous if eaten
  • Days to Maturity:  140 Days
 
  • Feed: Potash tomato food
  • Height: 2m
  • Plant Spacing:  60cm

Physalis Ixocarpa (Cape Gooseberry) Purple de Milpa

£2.15Price

  • 94 Seeds per packet Approx

    Please note that the majority of our seeds are packed by volume so the number of seeds indicated is an approximation.

    We make every effort to provide British seeds where possible, but in some cases our British Growers are unable to grow in sufficient quantities to meet our demand or the seeds are subject to Plant breeders' rights which means it is only possible for us to buy these seeds from certain non UK sources.  

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