QuestionsHow to growFlowersBorder Perennial Flowerschinese lantern plant 0 Vote Up Vote Down Frankie Rushe asked 15 years ago I have been given two Chinese lantern plants, physalis, about 12″ high. Can I plant them outside in the garden please?Any tips for taking care of them much appreciated 1 Answers 0 Vote Up Vote Down Gerry Daly Staff answered 7 years ago Physalis, or Chinese lantern plant, is easy to grow in the open soil in a sunny position, fertile and well-drained.