Chinese Lantern
Seeds
Botanical Name:
Physalis alkekengi
Life Cycle:
Perennial
Light Requirement:
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Planting Season:
Spring
Blooms: Summer,
Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall
Days to Maturity:
60-90 Days
Plant Height: 24
inches
Plant Spacing:
8-10 inches
Planting Depth:
1/4 inch
Sowing Method:
Direct Sow
Cold
Stratification: Yes
Hardiness Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,
8, 9, 10
How to Plant
Chinese Lantern
WHEN TO PLANT CHINESE LANTERN SEEDS
Sow in the
Spring after all threat of frost has passed – if there is a potential of frost,
use a cold frame for this variety. In very warm zones, 8-10, Fall planting of
Chinese Lanterns is also an option. You can also start them indoors, in late
Winter or early Spring.
WHERE TO PLANT CHINESE LANTERN SEEDS
Average,
moist, well-draining soil is optimal for Chinese Lanterns. Richer soils may
cause a faster spread than is ideal for this variety, so there are benefits to
growing this in more moderate soil. Chinese lanterns prefer Full Sun but will
tolerate Partial Shade. However, in warmer climates, like zones 8-10, Partial
Shade is better.
HOW TO PLANT CHINESE LANTERN SEEDS
Sow your
seeds directly onto the surface of the soil, and compress. Do not cover your
seeds, as they will require sunlight to germinate. Chinese Lanterns are a
prolific seeder, so keep that in mind as you select your site. This variety
takes notoriously long to germinate, if 3-4 weeks.
HOW TO CARE FOR CHINESE LANTERN
It is
essential you keep the soil moist for Chinese Lanterns. If the plants become
leggy, it’s alright to cut them back so they can start fresh. Once they die
back at the end of the season, cut the growth back down all the way to the
surface of the soil.
Store Policies
All seeds will come in a resalable plastic zip lock bag and placed
in a bubble envelope so the seeds are not damaged by shipping machines. All
seed packets contain no fillers or other weeds or seeds mixed in. Most have
been harvested by hand & all test at a high germination rate.
Seed Information
We guarantee that all seed orders will contain the quantity
ordered. Unlike many sellers who sell seeds by weight, all seed our counts are
almost always correct, as the seeds are packaged and counted by hand. Seed
packages are all double checked to insure accuracy. We do our best and will
often add extra seeds.
We are a seller that caters to experienced gardeners. (germination
and plant care information is readily available online. Most of our listings
include germination instructions, so we do not ship growing instructions.
All My Seeds Are Sold Fresh So You Can Plant them Anytime within 2
years from Purchase
***Note: It is normal for
tropical seed germination to be sporadic from as little as 30 days to 6 months
or more- so patience is required. Buyers should do their own research for plant
uses if needed.
BE PREPARED – Some Seed can be
somewhat difficult to germinate – much patience and time may be required –
please don’t be wondering why the seeds have not germinated after short periods
of time. This is normal. Several months will be needed for some seed.
Some seeds require some experience in growing. We provide
germination guidance and recommend that you do some research before ordering if
you feel unsure. Growing plants from seed is supposed to be fun. Sometimes it
is successful and sometimes not- this is the way it is with gardening. Because
we are not there to plant them, we cannot be responsible for germination
failure due to improper planting or climate conditions. We will always send you
viable seeds
Seed is a live product which depends on many important grower
skills such as proper planting time, seed depth, type of soil, watering, light
intensity, proper use of fertilizers, weed controls, fungicides, insecticides,
soil conditions, and reasonable weather during the growing period. These
factors are totally out of the sellers control, and germination and growing
results are the buyer’s responsibility and risk.
Payment
Payment by paypal. We offer combined shipping. Put all the items
you want in your shopping cart. When you are done adding all the items you want
pay threw your shopping cart. You pay for shipping on the first pack of seeds
and all other seeds ship free, if paid for all on the same order. Your shopping
cart will combine the shipping for you. We only ship in the U.S.
Shipping
READ THIS PLEASE: Orders over $40 will be shipped with a tracking
number, Otherwise: Seeds will be shipped economy/standard or first class USPS
Mail ,2-10 day shipping and no tracking Items will be shipped 1-3 business
days of receiving payment. Shipping usually takes anywhere from 5-7 days not
including weekends and Holidays.
We always send the item to the address you give us on PAYPAL to
ensure the security of the item. If you have changed your address, or want us
to ship to another address, please change to the new address when you pay us
with PAYPAL, otherwise we will not be responsible if the package is lost.
PLEASE NOTE…. The
“estimated” delivery date in this and all listings is an estimate
made by the postal service and posted on each listing byAgritz ….not the
seller. The date of estimated delivery is usually (but not always)
accurate.
Feedback
If you do not satisfy with the purchase, please do not leave
negative/neutral feedback. Contact us for solution, We’ll try our best to
fix the problem as soon as possible.
Important, Please
read
All seeds have been test sown to ensure germination. Please
familiarize yourself with growing conditions and instructions for your seeds
before you plant them, as all seeds are different. Basic growing instructions
can be found under each listing.
We Cannot Guarantee how much you will be able to grow, as
too many variables come into play, soil condition, your ability to garden,
weather etc. I guarantee that they arrive as described and are in good viable
condition and the germination rates are accurate.
Nicholas (verified owner) –
I was happy about the quick delivery and that the seeds actually sprouted within 7 days
Matthew (verified owner) –
Very fast delivery.
Michael (verified owner) –
These seeds came right up and started producing squash. Can’t ask for more than that.
Richard (verified owner) –
So far so good!
Tyler (verified owner) –
I was happy about the quick delivery and that the seeds actually sprouted within 7 days