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Goji Berry

Lycium Barbarum

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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
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — perennial / shrub for full or half; enriching their garden experience, image 100

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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Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — Thriving in USDA zones 3-10, it prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil; lavender flowers in the, image 43
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — perennial / shrub for full or half; enriching their garden experience
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — Thriving in USDA zones 3-10, it prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil; lavender flowers in the garden
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — lavender flowers in the garden; thriving in USDA zones 3-10, it prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — perennial / shrub with lavender blooms
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — transitioning to the antioxidant-rich berries reputed for their nutritional value; it boasts high nutritional value, image 75
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — Though drought-tolerant once established
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — enriching their garden experience; hardy in USDA zones 3 to 10, image 77
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — is a highly adaptable deciduous shrub native to Asia; perennial / shrub with lavender blooms
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — enriching their garden experience; hardy in USDA zones 3 to 10
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — Though drought-tolerant once established; famed for its vibrant red-orange berries and numerous health benefits, image 70
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — famed for its vibrant red-orange berries and numerous health benefits; is a highly adaptable deciduous shrub native, image 67
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — Though drought-tolerant once established; famed for its vibrant red-orange berries and numerous health benefits
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — Hardy in USDA zones 3 to 10; adapting to a range of soil types from sandy to loamy
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — transitioning to the antioxidant-rich berries reputed for their nutritional value; it boasts high nutritional value, image 55
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — perennial / shrub with lavender blooms; though drought-tolerant once established, image 59
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — making it a hardy choice for many gardeners.<br><br>With slender
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — is a highly adaptable deciduous shrub native to Asia; perennial / shrub with lavender blooms, image 66
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — scientifically known as Lycium barbarum; the plant is resilient against pests and diseases, image 65
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — Hardy in USDA zones 3 to 10
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — adapting to a range of soil types from sandy to loamy; perennial / shrub for full or half
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — Prune to manage size and shape, and plant 3 to 5 feet apart to create a productive hedge or border; scientifically, image 104
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — Growing to an average height of 8 to 12 feet and a spread of approximately 4 to 6 feet
Goji Berry (Lycium Barbarum) — The Goji Berry (Lycium barbarum) is a hardy, deciduous shrub reaching 6 to 10 feet in height and width; prune to manage size and
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