Chinese Lantern Seeds For Planting (Physalis alkekengi)
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basic information
Chinese lanterns (Physalis alkekengi) are ornamental plants known for their vibrant, papery orange-red husks that resemble small lanterns. In gardens, they are used to add striking color and texture to borders, rock gardens, or mixed perennial beds. Their dried husks are popular in floral arrangements, wreaths, and autumn displays, providing long-lasting visual interest. They also attract pollinators when in bloom, supporting garden ecosystems.
Seed Count
200 SEEDS
Open Pollinated
YES
Pollinator Friendly
NO
Heirloom
YES
Untreated
YES
Non-GMO
YES
How To Grow
GROWER TIP: If started indoors, we always recommend using biodegradable CowPots for easy transplanting later on. Transplant or direct sow when temperatures are 65F or more. Chinese Lantern require a bit of direct light to germinate properly, so don't cover them with any soil.
SEED PREP
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SOWING DEPTH
Surface sow
LIGHT PREFERENCE
Full sun
SOIL CONDITIONS
Best in well drained soils
MOISTURE NEEDS
Water daily
GERMINATION
7 to 21 Days
PLANT HEIGHT
Up to 24"
PLANT WIDTH
24" to 30"
PLANT SPACING
18"
CUT FLOWER
YES
FLOWER SIZE
1" to 2"
SEASON
Annual
SCIENTIFIC NAME
Physalis alkekengi
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Can be stubborn to germinate.
FLOWER COLOR
Orange lanterns
