Physalis alkekengi franchetii
Physalis alkekengi franchetii - Bladder Cherry
Botanical name       : Physalis alkekengi franchetiiÂ
Common name          : Bladder Cherry, Cape Gooseberry, Japanese Lantern, Chinese LanternÂ
Colour               : White, OrangeÂ
Flowering time       : June - AugustÂ
Full grown height    : ± 80 cmÂ
Light requirement    : Sun, Partial shadeÂ
Moisture requirement : NormalÂ
Winter hardiness     : Till -23°C  (USDA Zone 6)Â
Spacing              : ± 40 cm (± 6 per m²)Â
Details              : -Â
Pot size             : Square 9 cm, volume 0,5 LiterÂ
Delivery time        : 4 - 9 working daysÂ
Special notes        : -Â
General information about Chinese Lantern (Physalis):Chinese Lantern (Physalis) is the plant with the well-known orange lanterns which are loved in autumnal arrangements. Outside, the plants are still attractive in the winter because of its fruit. Chinese Lantern is a poisonous plant, apart from its fruit, which are now also being sold as an edible fruit. Chinese Lantern will grow in any soil in the sun or half shade. They can spread and become invasive. Chinese Lantern is suited to the natural or wild garden, in areas where they may spread. Chinese Lantern combines nicely with Comfrey (Symphytum).Bladder Cherry - Physalis alkekengi franchetii
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