Physalis alkekengi var. franchetii 'Gigantea'

Also Known As

Physalis alkekengi 'Monstrosa'
Physalis alkekengi var. franchetii
Physalis franchetii 'Gigantea'
Physalis franchetii 'Monstrosa'
Physalis gingantea
Gigantea Winter Cherry

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-36"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

3a-9b

Physalis alkekengi var. franchetii 'Gigantea' plant details

Physalis alkekengi var. franchetii 'Gigantea' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer cream flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Physalis alkekengi var. franchetii 'Gigantea'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring and summer
Uses: dried-arrangements, spreading, toxic

GROWING CONDITIONS for Physalis alkekengi var. franchetii 'Gigantea'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Seen these at farmer's markets in late summer or autumn? Brilliantly colored, decorative, papery pods dangling in a line from arched stems. They're usually sold in festive bunches but if you grow your own expect plenty of branches to use for autumnal door wreaths and colorful swags. These bright members of the nightshade family are related to tomatoes, eggplants and tomatillos.