How often does a physalis have to be poured?
Physalis is always a very thirsty plant, its water requirement, especially during fruiting, is high. It's best to water your physalis every few days, but then abundantly. Another watering is necessary when the upper layer of soil has dried. However, the root ball must not dry out even in winter.
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- Physalis are in season all year round
- Do not fertilize physalis too much
- Physalis are not hardy
Does a physalis need fertilizer? When Yes, how much?
The physalis does not have a particularly high nutritional requirement. On the contrary, over-fertilization can lead to ginger or excessive growth of the plant - to the detriment of the fruit. Specimens planted in the garden only need some compost or manure before planting. Potted physalis, on the other hand, should be given liquid tomato or vegetable fertilizer (€ 26.15 at Amazon *) once after about two months.
Does the physalis have to be repotted?
Physalis plants grow very quickly and need a new pot at the latest when the roots are already growing out of the old one.
Are physalis perennial?
In particular, the Andean berries, which come from the subtropics, are often classified as annual in this country. In fact, it is a perennial plant that can be overwintered with relatively little effort. Almost all physalis are not winter hardy.
How can I overwinter my Physalis?
It is best to overwinter your Physalis in a frost-free, but not too warm place. Since it is usually an evergreen plant (except for the lantern flower, which is summer green), the winter quarters should not be too dark.
My physalis sticks. What could that be?
In this case, your physalis is most likely infected with plant lice, especially scale insects or mealybugs. You can treat the plant with soapy water to kill the lice.
My physalis gets yellow leaves or their leaves fall off. Why is that?
Yellow leaves are usually an indication of too little water or too little nutrients. However, especially in winter, these signs can also be an indication of a lack of light.
Can you plant physalis in the garden?
Yes, the Physalis also thrives in the garden. However, the plant will not survive the first frost (let alone the following), which is why you should dig it up again if possible and keep it potted indoors over the winter. The lantern flower, on the other hand, can only be cut down to the ground in autumn, it will sprout again in the following spring due to its hardy roots.
Tips
Even if a lot of unripe fruits are still hanging on your physalis, you can put them in their winter quarters. The berries will ripen there. Only unripe physalis that have already been harvested no longer reach maturity.
