Firecracker Goji Berry
Lycium barbarum
SKU
40470
An sprawlng vine-like shrub with early summer flowers turning to bright orange-red "super fruit" goji berries in late summer. More prolific and earlier to ripen than other varieties. Fruit has legendary healthful benefits, and is also flavorful. Needs well-drained soil and a sunny spot for best growth.
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Full sun
Water regularly- weekly, or more often in extreme heat. Requires less frequent watering, once established.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | LY-see-um BAR-bar-rum |
|---|---|
| Lore | Goji berries are renowned for their healthful properties, and have been used in traditional Chines medicine for centuries. They can be eaten fresh, dried, or frozen. |
| Average Size at Maturity | 5 to 6 ft. tall, 6 to 8 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | early to mid-summer |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Container, Specimen, Kitchen Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Edible, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly- weekly, or more often in extreme heat. Requires less frequent watering, once established. |
Easily grown in average to lean, well drained soil. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Apply a slow-release fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune to encourage branching and vigorous new growth in spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 10
Your climate may be too warm for this plant