Lantern Seeds grow into annual or short-lived perennial plants with bushy growth and distinctive, lantern-shaped husks that enclose small berries. They thrive in temperate climates with full sun and well-draining soil. Lantern plants are ideal for garden beds, borders, and container planting, providing ornamental fruit and flowers from mid-summer through fall.
Features
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Annual or short-lived perennial, bushy growth habit
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Produces lantern-shaped husks enclosing small berries
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Suitable for garden beds, borders, and containers
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Thrives in full sun with well-draining soil
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Provides ornamental fruit and seasonal blooms
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Physalis spp.
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Common Name (US): Lantern Plant
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Seed Type / Variety: Garden Variety
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Growth Habit: Bushy annual/perennial
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USDA Zones: 6-11
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Planting Season: Spring
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Growing Season: Mid-summer through fall
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Sowing Season: Spring
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Sowing Months: March to May
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Germination Time and Conditions: 10-21 days, keep soil moist, light recommended
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between watering
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Mature Plant Size: 24-36 inches tall, 12-24 inches spread
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Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches between plants