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Beginner
skill rating |
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1m
max. spread |
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0.7m
max. height |
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2-5 years
to maturity |
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1 hour care
per year |
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This plant
is toxic! |
Botanical name: Physalis alkekengi var. franchetii
Other names: Winter cherry, Chinese lantern, Japanese lantern
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Genus: Physalis
Species: P. alkekengi var. franchetii - P. alkekengi var. franchetii is a vigorous perennial with mid-green, heart-shaped leaves. In late summer, it produces tiny, creamy-white flowers but its main feature is its autumn fruits. Orange berries are contained within dark-red, papery casings (calyxs) in autumn and, if left, these become skeletonised.
Physalis alkekengi var. franchetii is: Deciduous
Flower: Cream in Summer
Foliage: Green in Summer; Green in Autumn
Fruit: Orange in Autumn
Habit: Spreading
Toxicity: All parts of the plant except the fruit inside the calyx are poisinous.
Physalis alkekengi var. franchetii (Winter cherry) will reach a height of 0.7m and a spread of 1m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Beds and borders, Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Ground Cover, Wildlife
Cultivation: Plant in any free-draining soil in a sheltered, sunny or lightly-shaded position. Can be invasive.
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Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |
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Well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Tender in frost (H3) |
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Question from
susan mcneill
I have 5 'root cuttings' of this plant can anyone advise how to pot up and care for please
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- Posted: Fri. 1st April 2011 13:19
- Last reply: Fri. 1st April 2011 14:16
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