Chinese Lantern Seed
Physalis alkekengi var. franchetii
Item #1186
Perennial. Chinese lantern, also known as
winter cherry, is a very popular
plant for dried arrangements,
and for good reasons — brilliant
color, unique shape, easy
to grow, and long-lasting.
A striking addition to fall/winter
decorations, as well as late
summer color for borders, beds
and containers. Often grown
as an annual.
Caution: Most parts of this
plant are poisonous.
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Perennial |
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Full sun |
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Blooms summer |
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1' – 2' tall |
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When to sow outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks before average last frost, or in summer up to 2 months before first fall frost.
When to start inside: 4 to 6 weeks before average last frost.
Artist: Donna Clement
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$1.69
Item #1186
0.15 grams
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