Phoenix Tears Goji Plant

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Description

The Phoenix Tears Goji Berry plant has highly nutritious, deep orange-colored fruit. Also known as a Wolfberry vine, this unique fruit is native to Asia and is praised today for being packed with protein, antioxidants, as well as having higher carotene levels than a carrot.

Light purple, bell-shaped flowers bloom in May and continue throughout the summer. These jellybean-shaped fruits ripen over a long period in mid-summer, with up to four weeks of harvest. Phoenix Tears Goji berries have a sweet flavor with a slight acidity. This super food is often dried, canned, or used in smoothies.

The Phoenix Tears Goji is a self-fertile plant that is cold and drought tolerant. It prefers warm summer days and cool nights, and neutral or somewhat alkaline soil. This multi-stemmed shrub grows to 5 to 6 feet tall and 5 feet wide and if left untrimmed could grow even taller. Goji Berry plants make a beautiful fountain-shaped bush when trained through a simple cage.

While Goji berry plants are prized for their delicious berries and health benefits, it’s important to note that they can be considered invasive – or at least aggressive growers, in certain regions of the United States. To ensure responsible cultivation, we recommend checking with your local agricultural extension office or gardening center for guidance on planting and maintaining Goji berries in your area.

With proper care and attention, you can enjoy the bounty of these nutritious fruits while minimizing their potential to spread beyond your intended garden space.

Characteristics

Bloom Color Purple
Fruit Color Orange
Fruit Size Small
Pollination Self-Pollinating
Ripens/Harvest July
Shade/Sun Partial Shade - Full Sun
Soil Composition Loamy
Soil Moisture Well Drained
Soil pH Level 6.8 - 8.0
Taste Sweet
Texture Firm
Years to Bear 3 - 5
Zone Range 3 - 8

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 3 - 8
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.

Pollination

This variety is self pollinating.

In many cases, you may still want to plant pollinating partners to increase the size of your crops, but with self-pollinating varieties doing so is optional. You'll get fruit with only one plant!

Tools & Supplies

Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.

Planting & Care

Learn all about how to grow goji berry plants in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.

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