Cape Gooseberry, Rasbhari - Fruit Seeds
Specifications
| Family |
Solanaceae |
| Native region |
South America (Andes) |
| Mature height |
60-120 cm |
| Growth rate |
Fast |
Care guide
| Sunlight |
Full sun (6+ hours) |
| Watering |
Moderate; keep evenly moist, avoid waterlogging |
| Soil / mix |
Well-drained loamy soil rich in organic matter |
| Fertilizer |
Compost at planting; light NPK or vermicompost monthly |
| Difficulty |
Easy |
Uses
<p>Eaten fresh out of hand, the tangy berries are also used in jams, salads, fruit chaat, and as a garnish or dessert topping. Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants.</p>
Growing tips
<p>Sow seeds about 0.5 cm deep in seed trays; they germinate in <strong>7-14 days</strong>. Transplant seedlings to large pots or beds at the 4-6 leaf stage, spacing plants 60-75 cm apart. Provide a stake or cage as plants sprawl. Fruit is ready about <strong>90-120 days</strong> after sowing; berries are ripe when the husk turns papery and tan and the fruit drops.</p>