Lycium barbarum ‘Phoenix Tears’ – Goji Berry, Wolfberry

This variety of Goji Berry is a favorite – highly nutritious, prolific, and self-fertile. Also known as Wolfberry, the plant will produce a unique deep orange to red fruit that is prized for being loaded with nutrients. The berries themselves are a complete protein, containing all amino acids, as well as high levels of antioxidants, reportedly more β-carotene than a Carrot, and being a wonderful source of other minerals as well! Known as a super food and medicinal plant, Goji Berries can be trained on a trellis and encouraged to spread upwards to around 10 feet. They can also be pruned into a bushier state. Gojis are very tolerant of pruning and readily sprout back, even when cut all the way to the ground! Naturally drought-resistant and cold-hardy, Goji Berry can’t be beat!

The delicate bell-shaped lavender flowers bloom from May or June to August, sometimes continuing until a frost. The flowers give way to the fruits, which are ready to harvest from mid summer to late fall.

The ‘Phoenix Tears’ cultivar is self-fertile. Full fruit production is reached after 2-3 years of growth.

Plant in full sun for optimal fruit production. Prefers moist, well-drained soils, and neutral to alkaline soils. Does not tolerate very acidic soil.