Plant profile
Goji
Goji
Lycium barbarum
Expected availability · 2030
Fruit shrub OrchardPlannedManaged Orchard
At a Glance
TartSweetTart to Sweet: position 1 of 5
SoftFirmSoft to Firm: position 1 of 5
DryJuicyDry to Juicy: position 1 of 5
MildBoldMild to Bold: position 1 of 5
KitchenFresh EatingKitchen to Fresh Eating: position 1 of 5
About
Small orange-red berries with a distinctive sweet, mildly tart, and slightly savory character.
Harvest & Use
Eat ripe berries fresh, dry them, or use them in teas, baked goods, and other recipes.
Choose This If…
You know dried goji and want to experience the fruit fresh, or enjoy flavors that do not fit neatly into sweet versus tart.
Growing requirements
- Water
- Consistent moisture during establishment and fruit development
- Soil
- Fertile soil with organic matter; acidity and fertility needs vary by crop
- Drainage
- Well-drained unless the crop is adapted to wetter conditions
- Growth rate
- Varies by crop and cultivar
Fruit, flower, or harvest traits
See the customer profile above for flavor, texture, harvest use, and distinguishing traits.
Pollination and compatibility
Pollination requirements vary by crop and cultivar.