Goji Berry
Lycium Barbarum
Overview
The Goji Berry (Lycium barbarum) is a hardy, deciduous shrub reaching 6 to 10 feet in height and width. Known for its vibrant, elongated red berries, it boasts high nutritional value and is drought-tolerant once established. Thriving in USDA zones 3-10, it prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Prune to manage size and shape, and plant 3 to 5 feet apart to create a productive hedge or border.
Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 6–9Type Perennial, ShrubClimate Arid, Subtropical
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Medium
- USDA zones
- 6–9
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Perennial, Shrub
- Family
- Solanaceae
- Climate
- Arid, Subtropical
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