Physalis Alkekengi Var. Franchet Seeds – Elevate Your Gardening Experience with Exotic Beauty and Hardy Perennial Growth!

Key Attributes:

Mature Height          : 18-24 inches

Light Requirements      : Full sun to partial shade

Soil Requirements       : Well-drained, fertile soil

Uses                  : Ideal for borders, containers, and cutting gardens

Product Details:

Physalis Alkekengi Var. Franchet, commonly known as Chinese Lantern, offers exotic beauty with its papery orange-red lantern-like fruits that encase small berries. This hardy perennial grows to a mature height of 18 to 24 inches, making it perfect for borders, containers, and cutting gardens. Its unique appearance adds a touch of intrigue and elegance to any garden setting.

Planting Instructions:

Seed Preparation:

Stratify the seeds by placing them in a damp paper towel in the refrigerator for 4-6 weeks before sowing. This cold treatment helps break seed dormancy.

Sowing:

Sow seeds indoors in early spring or directly outdoors after the last frost.

Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in well-drained, fertile soil.

Germination:

Keep the soil consistently moist and maintain a temperature of 65-75°F (18-24°C) for germination.

Germination usually takes 14-21 days.

Transplanting:

Transplant seedlings outdoors after they have developed several true leaves and all danger of frost has passed.

Space plants 12-18 inches apart in a sunny to partially shaded location.

Care and Maintenance:

Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during hot, dry periods.

Provide support for taller plants to prevent them from flopping over.

Remove faded flowers and prune as needed to maintain plant shape and encourage continuous blooming.

Mulch around plants to conserve moisture and suppress weed growth.

Happy Gardening!