When to plant Ground Cherry in Zone 2b
In Zone 2b, Ground Cherry: start seeds indoors around Apr 11–Apr 25; transplant outdoors around Jun 6–Jun 13. Expect to harvest around Aug 15–Aug 22.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Transplant outdoors | Jun 6 – Jun 13 |
| Harvest | Aug 15 – Aug 22 |
Tip: Grown like a tomato; the husked fruits are ripe once they drop to the ground on their own.
Zone 2b averages a last spring frost around May 30 and a first fall frost around Sep 1. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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