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Cape Gooseberry
Physalis peruviana - A versatile garden herb with classic flavour and gentle charm. Ideal for cooking, soothing teas, attractive garnishes and decorative ornamental plantings. Thrives in full sun with free-draining soil and regular watering to maintain steady growth. Complements other Mediterranean herbs nicely in both flavour and form. A useful, adaptable plant for the kitchen garden and landscape alike. Many herbs, including this one, carry long histories of use in cooking and traditional remedies.
Key Uses: Cooking, teas, garnishes and ornamental plantings.
Growing conditions: Full sun, free draining soil and regular water.
Companion notes: Pairs well with other Mediterranean herbs.
Physalis peruviana - A versatile garden herb with classic flavour and gentle charm. Ideal for cooking, soothing teas, attractive garnishes and decorative ornamental plantings. Thrives in full sun with free-draining soil and regular watering to maintain steady growth. Complements other Mediterranean herbs nicely in both flavour and form. A useful, adaptable plant for the kitchen garden and landscape alike. Many herbs, including this one, carry long histories of use in cooking and traditional remedies.
Key Uses: Cooking, teas, garnishes and ornamental plantings.
Growing conditions: Full sun, free draining soil and regular water.
Companion notes: Pairs well with other Mediterranean herbs.