Cape Gooseberry Fruit Seeds
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Add a pop of golden sweetness to your garden with our Cape Gooseberry Fruit Seeds, a unique and easy-to-grow plant known for its tangy, tropical flavor and charming, papery husks. These premium-quality seeds offer excellent germination rates and thrive in sunny, well-drained garden beds or containers—perfect for beginners and experienced gardeners alike.
Cape gooseberry plants produce small, lantern-like pods that encase bright orange fruits, rich in vitamins and antioxidants. Ideal for fresh snacking, jams, desserts, or garnishes, they offer both ornamental appeal and delicious rewards. Start planting today and enjoy the joy of harvesting these golden gems straight from your garden!



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Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Spring, Summer
Growth Habit
Vining, Sprawling
Flavor Profile
Sweet, Tart
Plant Characteristics
Yellow Berries, Papery Husk
Use
Culinary, Fresh Eating, Jam
Growing Conditions
Well-drained, Sunny
Harvest Advantages
High Yield, Self-pollinating
Plant Resistance
Pest Resistant, Drought Tolerant
About Cape Gooseberry
Physalis peruviana
Seed Names
Physalis, Goldenberry
Seed Type
Heirloom, Open Pollinated
Cape Gooseberry, also known as Goldenberry, is a tropical fruit plant recognized for its sweet-tart, berry-like fruits wrapped in a papery husk. Known for its health benefits, it’s used in jams, sauces, and eaten fresh. This hardy plant thrives in warm climates and is an excellent addition to gardens for both ornamental and culinary purposes.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Planting Depth
1/4 Inch
Sowing Method
Direct Sow or Indoor Start
Plant Spacing
18–24 Inches
Days to Maturity
120–150 Days
Soil Preparation
Soak 12 Hours
Hardiness Zones
10–11
Water Needs
Moderate
Planting Season
Spring to Summer
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 40 Sq Ft
500
Up to 200 Sq Ft
1000
Up to 400 Sq Ft
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I wanted something different from the usual tomatoes and peppers, and these gooseberries didn�t disappoint. The papery husks around the fruit are fascinating, and the flavor is truly one of a kind.
These seeds germinated faster than I expected. With regular watering and sunlight, the plants produced plenty of fruit. The golden berries are packed with flavor�my kids can�t get enough of them.
I planted these seeds in early spring, and by mid-summer I had strong, healthy plants. The berries turned out sweet with a little tang, just as I remembered from childhood. They�re great for snacking or adding to desserts.
I love growing unusual fruits, and these were a perfect addition. The cape gooseberries handled my unpredictable weather surprisingly well, and the harvest tasted like a mix of pineapple and tomato.
I was surprised by how many seeds came in the pack. Most germinated well, and the plants are hardy. The fruits are small but bursting with flavor, and they store nicely in their husks.