Aunt Molly's Ground Cherry

Aunt Molly's Ground Cherry is a Polish heirloom that is as sweet as candy, with a flavor that blends sweet, tart, and savory notes. The indeterminate plants produce heavy yields of small husk-covered fruits that drop to the ground at full ripeness, and their high pectin content makes them ideal for preserves.

At a glance

• Variety: Aunt Molly's Ground Cherry
• Type: Heirloom, non-GMO
• Origin: Poland
• Plant habit: Indeterminate
• Fruit: Small, husk-covered, drops when ripe
• Sun: Full sun

Best for

• Fresh snacking
• Jellies and jams
• Sauces and preserves
• Pies and desserts
• Unique garden conversation pieces

How to grow

Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last frost and transplant after frost, treating them much like tomatoes. Give full sun and steady moisture. Harvest the husked fruits once they fall to the ground, a sign they are fully ripe and sweet.

Flavor profile

Sweet, tart, and savory all at once, with notes ranging from tomatillo to a slight pineapple, the best of both worlds.

About MIgardener

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