When to plant Ground Cherry in Zone 1b
In Zone 1b, Ground Cherry: start seeds indoors around Apr 22–May 6; transplant outdoors around Jun 17–Jun 24. Expect to harvest around Aug 26–Sep 2.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Transplant outdoors | Jun 17 – Jun 24 |
| Harvest | Aug 26 – Sep 2 |
Tip: Grown like a tomato; the husked fruits are ripe once they drop to the ground on their own.
Zone 1b averages a last spring frost around Jun 10 and a first fall frost around Aug 20. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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