A relative to tomatoes, ground cherries are a native, low-growing annual that produces edible fruits surrounded by a papery husk. The fruit can be eaten fresh, processed into jams or used in baked goods. Their flavor is a nice balance of sweet and tart. Ripe fruit can be stored for several weeks before going bad. The fruit can contain over 100 seeds making it easy to save seeds for next year’s growth. Ground cherries can grow on many soil types and are capable of spreading throughout the garden if not managed.