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Chinese Latern Seeds (Physalis Alkekengi)

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Chinese Latern Seeds - Description

  • Pack of Chinese Latern Seeds
  • Variety: Physalis Alkekengi
  • Size of Pack: approx. 150 Seeds
  • Flower colour: Mix of red/orange shades
  • A hardy perennial
  • Flowers the year after sowing
  • Fascinating lanterns turn from green to red
  • Superb in mixed borders and dried flower displays
  • Quality seeds from Mr Fothergills

Chinese Latern Seeds - Sowing Tips

  • Sow:
    • Indoors: March to July
    • Outdoors: May to July
  • Water well
  • For best results place in cold frame or cool greenhouse
  • Flowers: July to October
  • Seedlings usually appear in 3-4 weeks
  • Plant out: July to Oct, 45cm apart
  • Always handle seedlings by the leaf, not the stem
  • Grow in full sun
  • See images or 'How to Grow' tab for full growing instructions

Chinese Latern Seeds- Uses

  • Produces bright orange lantern-like fruits
  • Ideal for borders and cottage gardens
  • Perfect for autumn garden displays
  • Great for cut and dried arrangements
  • Adds year-round interest to beds

Chinese Latern Seeds - Advantages

  • Easy to grow in Ireland
  • Low cost perennial seed
  • Quality tested seed, guaranteed
  • Hardy, fast-spreading variety
  • Thrives in sunny or partial shade
  • Long-lasting decorative fruits
  • Low maintenance and resilient plant
  • Excellent for autumn colour displays
  • Clear, easy to follow growing instructions

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