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Physalis ixocarpa
Stock: Out Of Stock
Family: Solanaceae
Characteristics: Annual shrub 1.2 m
Seed per packet: Approx 50
An old Mexican heirloom variety producing 5 cm green fruits with sweet crisp flesh which can be used in salads, salsas or cooked.
Very adaptable to most garden soils but prefers a rich well-drained soil in a protected sunny position.
Tropical: Late Summer to Winter
Temperate: Spring to Early Summer
Cool climate: Late Spring to Early Summer
Sow: 5 mm deep
Sow direct or grow in seed raising trays of a quality seed raising mix. Transplant when 5-7cm high.
Plant space: 50 cm
Row Space: 50 cm
Germination: 10-14 days
Maturity: 10-12 weeks
We now stock a range of Propagation Accessories including the popular Aquamiser Propagation Kits, Pots, Native and Forestry Tubes, Trays, Labels and more.
We can only ship these items to Australian locations, international customers please request shipping quotation prior to purchasing.