When to plant Ground Cherry in Zone 2a
In Zone 2a, Ground Cherry: start seeds indoors around Apr 17–May 1; transplant outdoors around Jun 12–Jun 19. Expect to harvest around Aug 21–Aug 28.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Apr 17 – May 1 |
| Transplant outdoors | Jun 12 – Jun 19 |
| Harvest | Aug 21 – Aug 28 |
Tip: Grown like a tomato; the husked fruits are ripe once they drop to the ground on their own.
Zone 2a averages a last spring frost around Jun 5 and a first fall frost around Aug 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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