{"product_id":"inca-berry-physalis-peruviana-2l-pot","title":"Inca Berry (Physalis peruviana) 2L Pot","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"10965\" data-end=\"11079\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePhysalis peruviana is a fruiting plant grown for its soft foliage and orange berries enclosed within papery husks.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"11081\" data-end=\"11257\"\u003eInca Berry develops a branching and slightly spreading habit with softly hairy green leaves. Small yellow flowers marked with dark centres are followed by lantern-shaped husks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"11259\" data-end=\"11440\"\u003eInside each mature husk is a rounded orange berry with a sweet-sharp and aromatic flavour. The ripe fruit can be eaten fresh or used in desserts, jams, sauces, baking and preserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"11442\" data-end=\"11544\"\u003eIn the UK, Inca Berry can be grown in a greenhouse, polytunnel, sunny garden or large patio container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"tzp6e8\" data-start=\"11546\" data-end=\"11562\"\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"11564\" data-end=\"12194\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"11564\" data-end=\"11583\"\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Physalis peruviana\u003cbr data-start=\"11602\" data-end=\"11605\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"11605\" data-end=\"11622\"\u003eCommon names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inca Berry, Cape Gooseberry, Goldenberry, Peruvian Groundcherry\u003cbr data-start=\"11686\" data-end=\"11689\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"11689\" data-end=\"11706\"\u003ePlant family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solanaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"11717\" data-end=\"11720\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"11720\" data-end=\"11730\"\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Branching herbaceous perennial, commonly grown as an annual\u003cbr data-start=\"11790\" data-end=\"11793\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"11793\" data-end=\"11814\"\u003ePotential height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1–1.5 metres under suitable conditions\u003cbr data-start=\"11867\" data-end=\"11870\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"11870\" data-end=\"11882\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft, lightly hairy green leaves\u003cbr data-start=\"11915\" data-end=\"11918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"11918\" data-end=\"11930\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow flowers with dark brown or purple markings\u003cbr data-start=\"11980\" data-end=\"11983\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"11983\" data-end=\"11993\"\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange berries enclosed within papery husks\u003cbr data-start=\"12037\" data-end=\"12040\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"12040\" data-end=\"12053\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003cbr data-start=\"12062\" data-end=\"12065\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"12065\" data-end=\"12082\"\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenhouses, polytunnels, gardens, patios and containers\u003cbr data-start=\"12139\" data-end=\"12142\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"12142\" data-end=\"12156\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender and not reliably frost hardy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"lg9buc\" data-start=\"12196\" data-end=\"12213\"\u003eGrowing Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"12215\" data-end=\"12304\"\u003eGrow your Inca Berry in fertile, well-draining compost in a sunny and sheltered position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"12306\" data-end=\"12464\"\u003eThe plant may remain in its 2-litre pot temporarily but should be moved into a larger container or planted into the ground after the risk of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"12466\" data-end=\"12578\"\u003eKeep the soil or compost evenly moist during active growth, flowering and fruit development. Avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"12580\" data-end=\"12723\"\u003eFeed with a balanced liquid fertiliser during early growth. Change to a high-potassium tomato feed once flowers or young fruit begin to appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"12725\" data-end=\"12818\"\u003eThe spreading branches may require canes, supports or ties, particularly when carrying fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"12820\" data-end=\"12966\"\u003ePlants may be grown outdoors after the final frost. Greenhouse or polytunnel cultivation will generally produce an earlier and more reliable crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"12968\" data-end=\"13109\"\u003eInca Berry is normally grown as an annual in the UK. Plants can sometimes be overwintered in a bright, frost-free greenhouse or conservatory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tal2ih\" data-start=\"13111\" data-end=\"13132\"\u003eFruiting in the UK\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"13134\" data-end=\"13236\"\u003eInca Berry can produce fruit successfully in the UK when provided with sufficient warmth and sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"13238\" data-end=\"13358\"\u003eThe fruit is ready to harvest when the berry has turned orange and the surrounding husk has become pale, dry and papery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"13360\" data-end=\"13439\"\u003eGreenhouse or polytunnel cultivation may extend the harvest season into autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"tfec9\" data-start=\"13441\" data-end=\"13465\"\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"13467\" data-end=\"13602\"\u003eYou will receive one Inca Berry plant growing in a 2-litre pot. Plants are typically dispatched at approximately 20–30 cm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"13604\" data-end=\"13712\"\u003ePlants may be supplied before flowering or fruiting. Branching and seasonal development will vary naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"v6q9sf\" data-start=\"13714\" data-end=\"13738\"\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"13740\" data-end=\"13787\"\u003eOnly fully ripe orange berries should be eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"13789\" data-end=\"13876\"\u003eDo not eat green or unripe berries, leaves, stems, flowers or other parts of the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"13878\" data-end=\"13943\"\u003eKeep unripe fruit and plant material away from children and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"20-30cm","offer_id":56352035733844,"sku":"TFPPHYPE","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/tropicalplantnursery.co.uk\/products\/inca-berry-physalis-peruviana-2l-pot","provider":"Tropical Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}