Cape gooseberry growing shrub of the genus Physalis also known as Golden berry, Cape gooseberry perennial evergreen plant also used as ornamental plant, grow in tropic, mediterranean or subtropical climate
Leaves color is green, shape of heart with hairy texture.
Flower color yellow, the flowers grow in clusters
Fruit cover with capsule, small fruit the color orange-yellow, the taste reminiscent of sweet tomato, the fruity is ready to pick when the capsule become brown.
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Requirements for growing Cape gooseberry:
Warm climate, rich soil, mulch
What is the best way to start growing Cape gooseberry:
Plant / Seed / Vegetative Reproduction
Is it necessary to graft or use vegetative reproduction in Cape gooseberry?
No, but it easy
Difficulties/Problems with growing Cape gooseberry:
Aggressive, can be invasive
When is the best time to plant a Cape gooseberry plant:
Spring / Summer
Pests and diseases in Cape gooseberry:
Aphids
When is the best time to prune a Cape gooseberry plant?
Winter
How to prune a Cape gooseberry:
Dead branches
What is the size of a Cape gooseberry plant?
1-3.5 m
Growth speed in Cape gooseberry:
Fast growing / Medium growing
Cape gooseberry Irrigation Water Management:
Average amount of water / Big amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing Cape gooseberry:
Full Sun
It is possible to grow Cape gooseberry indoor?
No
Growing Cape gooseberry is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes
When does Cape gooseberry bloom?
Spring / Summer / Autumn
General information about the flower:
Small yellow flowers
Pollination is done by:
Bees
When does Cape gooseberry yield:
Spring / Summer / Autumn
Pests or diseases in Cape gooseberry fruit:
Aphids, birds
What can be done with big quantities of Cape gooseberry fruit?
Eat raw, juice, jams
Work requirements on the Cape gooseberry fruit:
Nothing special
How long does it take for a Cape gooseberry to bear fruit?
6-9 month
