Berries
Physalis peruviana (Cape Gooseberry / Incan Berry)
Physalis peruviana
Also known as Cape Gooseberry / Incan Berry
Available at our Langlois nursery
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About This Plant
Physalis peruviana (Cape Goose), 'Cape Goose', is valued in PNW gardens for its character and seasonal interest.
An edible berry plant for the home garden , fresh fruit harvest with minimal care once established.
Full sun to part shade suits this plant. Plant in moist, well-drained, fertile soil. Hardy USDA Zone varies. Provide consistent moisture during fruit development. Watch for birds (netting may be needed at harvest). Mulch to keep roots cool.
Plant Details
- Botanical
- Physalis peruviana
- Common name
- Cape Gooseberry / Incan Berry
- Mature size
- 3-4 ft tall × 3-4 ft wide
- Growth rate
- Fast
- Bloom time
- Summer
- Bloom color
- White, Pink
- Foliage color
- Green
Care Notes
Garden Attributes
- Pacific NW native
- Deer resistant
- Coastal suitable
- Grown organically
- Pollinator value: Bees, Bumblebees, Native bees
- Wildlife: Pollinator support
- 🌱 Edible: Fruit
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