{"product_id":"chinese-lantern-physalis-alkekengi","title":"Chinese Lantern (Physalis)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Chinese Lantern plant (Physalis alkekengi) is a showstopper in the garden, primarily grown for its striking, paper-like seed pods rather than its flavor. While it is related to the Tomatillo and the Cape Gooseberry, it is largely treated as an ornamental perennial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuick ProfileVisual Appeal: In late summer and fall, the plant's green flower calyxes transform into brilliant, neon-orange \"lanterns.\" These pods protect a small, red berry inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStructure: It is a hardy plant that grows about 2 feet tall. Be careful where you plant it, though—it spreads via underground rhizomes and can become quite invasive if not contained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Glow\" Factor: As the pods age and dry out, the orange skin often \"skeletonizes,\" leaving behind a delicate, lace-like cage around the central berry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ontario Grown","offers":[{"title":"25+ Seeds","offer_id":47124320354453,"sku":"GS050569","price":1.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50+ Seeds","offer_id":47124320387221,"sku":"GS05058","price":3.3,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/4222\/8885\/files\/phys.jpg?v=1773395419","url":"https:\/\/grandseeds.ca\/products\/chinese-lantern-physalis-alkekengi","provider":"Grand Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}