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Christmas Berry - Lycium carolinianum
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Christmas Berry (Lycium carolinianum) is very similar to the Chinese Goji berry because it's a close cousin but it's native to the Southeastern U.S. It forms a handsome shrub with spiny branches that are erect and spread out. Its leaves are small and succulent, and it bears lavender purple flowers. It is called Christmas Berry because the fruit appears abundantly during the winter. Without the fruit, it looks quite similar to Rosemary, but when winter rolls around, glossy red berries dot the tree, giving the plant its own distinct appearance. The berries somewhat resemble small peppers or Goji berries. Only fully ripe berries should be eaten.
• Height when mature: 6 feet
• Planting: Plant in full to part sun in areas that are wet but well drained.
• Water: Drought tolerant but will retain leaves all year when watered during dry periods.
• Soil: Keep moist.
• Zones: 7-10
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That's why you have 30 days from the arrival date to experiment with them. If they don't bounce back, you're eligible for a refund.
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We aim to ship your plants when they’re 3-8” tall, though we often ship them taller than that.
What determines whether I get a 3-, 6-, or even 18-inch-tall plant?
The exact size of the plant we send you is variable on the time of year and how long we've been growing it out.
Customer Reviews
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The plant arrived in very good condition. I repotted it in a clay pot that is a little over twice the size of the container it was shipped in. I am gradually giving it more and more sunlight. All of the leaves are in a very good condition.
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Packaged well and healthy looking. I've never had this kind of plant before. I'm excited to see how it grows.
I appreciated the instructions and info.
I'm very happy with my purchase.
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The packaging impeccable! Instructions right on the bag.
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Beautiful plant when it arrived.
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Arrived quickly and safely. Looks nice and healthy. Thank you
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Very good and came fast
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Bigger than I expected leaves in great health with new growth in the top
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