Ground Cherry (Physalis heterophylla)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Hort Answers

Wildflowers

Ground Cherry
Physalis heterophylla

Ground Cherry
Ground Cherry
 
Features
Nodding yellow flowers with brown centers, followed by yellowish, cherry tomato-like fruit in a green, papery covering. 
 
Culture

Full sun to partial shade; moist, well drained soils. Tolerates some dryness.

 
 
Mature Height
1-3 Feet
 
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
4 - 8 
 
Bloom Color
Yellow
 
 
Bloom Season
June - September
 
Soil Conditions
Dry
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

No serious insect or disease problems, but flea beetles and other beetles may feed on the leaves.

 
Additional Notes
Found in prairies.