GOLDEN BERRY / Inca Berry Physalis peruviana  Also known as Giant Groundcherry or Topotopo it is a short-lived perennial in the Nightshade Family (Solanaceae)
 Native to the Andes--a cultivated crop since Incan times.  Nutritious fruit occurs in a decorative inflated calyx much like a tomatillo. Fruit is loaded with vitamin A, C and B with a delightful fruity Plant prospers in rich soils, but actually produces more fruit in marginal soils. Sow in spring in pots and transplant. / In temperate US, start early and cultivate as per tomatoes. --much yield for little effort.  Gaining much attention as a Super food.  Grow your own!  Packet (1/2g)...

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Purple de Milpa Physalis philadelphica  (75 days) A Milpa is a family corn field in Meso-America that typically has quite a bit of plant diversity of food crops growing in it, one of which is these pretty purple green tomatillos. 1-2” fruit is delicious roasted, stewed, in salsa or many other dishes. A gorgeous easy to grow plant that typically begins to volunteer once established. Packet (1/2 g ≈ 100 seeds) ...

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