Description

Goji Berry Bush

Lycium barbarum. The Goji Berry Bush is a scrambling deciduous shrub with spiny stems bearing narrow, green leaves and small  purple flowers in late spring and summer, followed by the orange-red berries which have become known as a super food! 

Name: Lycium barbarum

Approx. Height and spread: 2.5-4M x 1-1.5M

Position: Ful sun

Soil Ph: All.

Moisture: Well drained soil. Moist, but well drained soil.

Hardiness: Hardy.

‘Over time, people have used goji berries to try to treat many common health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, fever, and age-related eye problems. Goji berries are eaten raw, cooked, or dried (like raisins) and are used in herbal teas, juices, wines, and medicines.’