The most important tips for thriving

How often does a physalis have to be poured?

Physalis is always a very thirsty plant, its water requirement, especially during fruiting, is high. It's best to water your physalis every few days, but then abundantly. Another watering is necessary when the upper layer of soil has dried. However, the root ball must not dry out even in winter.

The physalis does not have a particularly high nutritional requirement. On the contrary, a Over-fertilization can make you horny or lead to excessive growth of the plant - to the detriment of the fruit. Specimens planted in the garden only need some compost or manure before planting. Potted physalis on the other hand, after about two months you should once with liquid tomato or Vegetable fertilizer(€ 14.99 at Amazon *) be considered.

Does the physalis have to be repotted?

Physalis plants grow very quickly and need a new pot at the latest when the roots are already growing out of the old one.

Are physalis perennial?

In particular, the Andean berries, which come from the subtropics, are often classified as annual in this country. In fact, it is a perennial plantthat can be overwintered with relatively little effort. Almost all physalis are not winter hardy.

How can I overwinter my Physalis?

Hibernate your physalis preferably in a frost-free, but not too warm place. Since it is usually an evergreen plant (except for the lantern flower, which is summer green), the winter quarters should not be too dark either.

My physalis sticks. What could that be?

In this case, your physalis is most likely infected with plant lice, especially scale insects or mealybugs. You can treat the plant with soapy water to kill the lice.

My physalis gets yellow leaves or their leaves fall off. Why is that?

Yellow leaves are usually an indication of insufficient water or water. too few nutrients. However, especially in winter, these signs can also be an indication of a lack of light.

Can you plant physalis in the garden?

Yes, also in the The physalis flourishes in the garden excellent. However, the plant will not survive the first frost (let alone the following), which is why you should dig it up again and keep it potted indoors over the winter. The lantern flower, on the other hand, can only be cut down to the ground in autumn, it will sprout again in the following spring due to its hardy roots.