Cape Gooseberry

Physalis peruviana

Description

Fruiting shrub with sweet and tart berries enclosed in a characteristic papery calyx. Native to the Peruvian Andes, it is cultivated for its edible and nutritious fruits.

Growing tips

Requires abundant sunlight and well-drained soil. Moderate watering, avoiding excess moisture. Annual pruning to maintain shape and encourage fruit production. Sow in spring.