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The Canadian Horticulturist. 



THE GROUND CHERRY. 



(ITH many farmers the ground cherry is classed among the weeds, 

 as it grows wild in many parts of the central and western states. 

 Its value as a fruit has not been generally appreciated, and until 

 the past few years it was seldom seen in cultivation. An improved 

 variety is now finding its way in our seedsmen's catalogues, and 

 there is no doubt that it will grow rapidly in favor. With me the 

 improved ground cherry has proven itself worthy of a place in 

 the garden. The plant is quite hardy, and will thrive on any soil where potatoes 

 will grow. The fruit when the husk has been removed, is a handsome yellow 

 cherry of about three-fourths of an inch in diameter It has something of a 

 strawberry flavor, and is excellent for sauce, pies, or preserves. For winter use 

 the fruit may be canned or dried. Or if kept in a cool place in its husk, the 

 cherry will keep plump and sound until December, or later. 



In growing ground cherries the same method is pursued as in growing 



Fig. 817.— Improved Ground Cherry. 



