Physalis en el bosque de alimentos | Permaculture in Galicia

Physalis in the food forest. Permaculture in Galicia Physalis peruviana is a very interesting shrub to incorporate into our edible forest or ecological garden because we will enjoy its abundant production, with little effort in its care. It is also known as uchuva, goldenberry, uvilla, Chinese lantern, capulí, tomatillo ... Despite being a plant native to South America, mainly Peru, it adapts very well to all types of temperate climates. Here, in Galicia, it develops and fructifies very well, forming very productive bushes, bearing fruit in a staggered and constant way throughout the summer. It pollinates without any difficulty and is usually loaded with fruits, so it is advisable the trellis to prevent their branches loaded with fruit are dragged on the ground. It is a very rustic plant, very easy to grow and that sprouts every year. It is advisable to provide sufficient organic matter for its cultivation, and good drainage. Regular but moderate watering, avoiding puddles. During times of high rainfall, it is not necessary to water it. He likes to be placed under the direct sun, although he also develops well in semi-shade. We can reproduce it from seed or from cuttings with ease. Its fruit is very interesting, it is covered by a sepal that protects it from the outside, so we can enjoy its fruit directly because it remains free of dust or dirt. Its sepals have a greenish color, which turns orange-yellow as the fruit ripens. Its fruit has a sweet and slightly acid taste. Very rich and interesting. In addition, it is very healthy, because it gives us a large amount of vitamin C and provitamin A. Also proteins, vitamin B and phosphorus. It offers a high antioxidant power. Physalis is a very interesting plant to incorporate into the design of our food forest or ecological garden. Easy to grow, very productive, interesting flavor and good nutritional qualities. Music: "Bomber (Sting)" by Riot "Hon Kyoku" by Doug Maxwell/ Zac Zinger "Awaken" by Anno Domini Beats #permaculture #garden #foodforest #galicia