CHINA
Cape Gooseberry
Cape gooseberries, also known as the Peruvian groundcherry is a juicy little berry that's encased in a "Chinese Lantern". The berries are best eaten raw but are a great accompaniment to preserves or seafood dishes. They're also high in vitamin A, B & C and are rich in iron.
- Plant 50-60cm apart
- Sun Exposure: Full sun in cold climates
- partial sun in warmer climate
- Soil Type: Well-drained soil, sandy or clay
- well-watered when seedlings are young
- no fertiliser needed as it could encourage loss of vegetation
- harvest when the lantern changes to a golden brown and has a papery texture.
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60 points
