The Cossack Pineapple ground cherry is an old variety, highly prized for its distinctive aroma, reminiscent of ripe pineapple and tropical fruits. Initially unassuming, it reveals its full richness at harvest time, when its golden fruits fall naturally to the ground, a sign of optimal ripeness.

The plant has a low, spreading habit, forming a productive and abundant ground cover. The fruits, enclosed in a protective papery calyx, ripen gradually throughout the summer. This variety is known for its pronounced sweetness and aromatic complexity, which clearly distinguishes it from other, more neutral ground cherries.

In the garden, Cossack Pineapple thrives in warm conditions and well-drained soil. It adapts well to home vegetable gardens and container gardening, where moisture levels can be more easily controlled and harvesting facilitated. Once established, it produces abundantly, often until the first cool weather.