Light: |
Full
sun; a southern exposure is best. |
Soil Type and Site Selection: |
Goji plants are adaptable and grow in a
range of soil types, however they do not grow well in acidic soils. The best
growth is made in relatively light soils that are well-drained such as sandy
loams or loams and in areas with plenty of sunshine. |
Watering: |
Water
thoroughly until a little water trickles from the bottom of the pot, then
bring the soil to visual dryness or a slight wilt between watering. |
Fertilizer: |
Moderate feeders. Using an organic fertilizer will give a slower and longer supply of available nutrients especially when grown in the garden. |
Time to maturity and yield:
|
Plants will begin fruiting the year
after planting; plants first bloom in late spring to early summer while fruit
will begin to ripen in mid-summer. |
Pruning: |
Prune
back dormant growth in the early spring whenever the plant is overwhelming
the garden situation. Fruit are borne
on the current year's wood, mainly from that which is grown in the spring and
fall. Canes that are
untipped will continue to grow and produce few lateral branches while canes
that are headed back will produce more laterals and higher yields. |
Insects and Disease: |
They are
highly susceptible to aphids and whitefly. In outdoor situations caterpillars
and Japanese beetles can cause problems. Root diseases can be a problem in
container-grown plants |
Comments: |
Goji
berries are fast growing plants that, once established, flower in the summer
on the new growth of that season. They are sprawling, stiff stemmed vines
that do best if given some support. Growing next to a fence or lattice will work,
or staking will suffice. |