Lantern ( Physalis Alkekengi ) Fruit Seeds
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Add a magical touch to your garden with our Lantern (Physalis Alkekengi) Fruit Seeds, known for their vibrant, lantern-shaped husks that bring striking color and charm to any space. These premium-quality seeds offer excellent germination rates and thrive in both garden beds and containers, making them perfect for gardeners of all experience levels. Whether you're growing fruit, flowers, herbs, or vegetables, these seeds offer beauty, ease, and reliable growth.
Also called Chinese Lantern, Physalis Alkekengi is a stunning ornamental plant that’s easy to grow and adds a unique visual element to borders, pots, or floral arrangements. Simple to plant and care for, these seeds bring both aesthetic appeal and the joy of watching something extraordinary flourish. Whether you’re starting your garden or adding something bold and beautiful, these seeds are a delightful choice for creative gardeners.



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Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Spring
Growth Habit
Bushy
Flavor Profile
Sweet, Tart
Plant Characteristics
Orange Lanterns
Use
Ornamental, Medicinal
Growing Conditions
Well-drained soil
Harvest Advantages
Early to mature
Plant Resistance
Deer resistant
About - Lantern ( Physalis Alkekengi ) Fruit Seeds
Physalis Alkekengi
Seed Names
Lantern Fruit, Ground Cherry
Seed Type
Fruit Seed
Lantern (Physalis Alkekengi), also known as Ground Cherry or Chinese Lantern, is a perennial plant known for its unique, vibrant orange lantern-like husks. It’s commonly used for ornamental purposes, but also has medicinal uses. These fruits grow best in well-drained soil and are relatively resistant to pests.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full sun
Planting Depth
¼ inch
Sowing Method
Direct sow
Plant Spacing
18-24 inches
Days to Maturity
60-90 days
Soil Preparation
Cold stratification
Hardiness Zones
3-9
Water Needs
Moderate
Planting Season
Spring
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 25-30 sq ft
500
Up to 125-150 sq ft
1000
Up to 250-300 sq ft
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These seeds were a joy to grow. I loved watching the plants develop, and the lantern fruits themselves are gorgeous. They�ve added a beautiful pop of color to my garden, and I plan to grow more next season.
I wasn�t expecting them to grow so quickly, but once they did, the fruits were stunning. The seeds took some patience to sprout, but once they matured, I was so happy with how vibrant and delicate they looked.
I�m a beginner gardener, and these were very easy to grow. The Lantern fruits are unlike anything I�ve had before. They start off small but bloom into these beautiful, papery orange covers. They�re perfect for my fall garden.
These Lantern plants are so ornamental! The fruits turn a lovely, bright orange, and they make a gorgeous addition to my garden. They�re not just pretty to look at�they also attract butterflies, which is a nice bonus!
I wasn�t sure what to expect, but I�m pleasantly surprised by how well the Lantern fruit plants grew. The vibrant orange fruits are unique, and the plant is very hardy, thriving even in my slightly shaded garden.