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Lycium andersonii

Desert Wolfberry

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Information by: Mary Irish        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Desert Wolfberry is an arching shrub that grows to about 6' x 6'. Small lavender flowers bloom in clusters in the spring. Red berries follow flowering to add intrest. Native to Utah and Nevada, southwestern New Mexico, most of Arizona, and into Mexico.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.