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Chinese Lanterns - Physalis
This perennial plant can grow from 30 to 60 cm. high (1 to 2 feet). Small white flowers are followed by bright orange papery seed cases are excellent for cutting an using in floral arrangments. This plant can be invasive unless the seed pods are picked. Seeds
Sow seeds as soon as you are able to work the ground. Cover seeds with 1/4 inch of soil. Germination is about 20 - 30 days with blooms appearing in late July or August. When seedlings are established they will need to be thinned. Print a seed packet for Chinese lanterns.
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