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Ground Cherry

Physalis pruinosa, Solanaceae

Zones
4a–11b
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Habanero PepperCapsicum chinense Habanero
Pollinator Sharing
Delicata SquashCucurbita pepo Delicata
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Bell PepperCapsicum annuum var. annuum

Nightshade family plants that compete for nutrients and may share pests

Serrano PepperCapsicum annuum Serrano

Nightshade family members that compete for nutrients and growing space

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Fruit

Common Questions

What zones does Ground Cherry grow in?

Ground Cherry grows in USDA hardiness zones 4a through 11b.

What are good companion plants for Ground Cherry?

Good companions for Ground Cherry include Habanero Pepper, Delicata Squash.

Design guilds with Ground Cherry and see companion relationships visually.

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