New Hanover Groundcherry SOL045
Physalis pubescens
This rare Pennsylvania Dutch variety came into the collection in 1993 from Katie Slonaker of Upper Frederick Township, Montgomery County, PA. The unique tomato-like flavor is thought to trace to the Barbados Winter Cherry of the 1770s. Plants grow 8 to 13 inches tall.
Minimum 50 seeds. Germination 98%.