Berlandier's Wolfberry (Lycium Berlandieri) is a perennial shrub in the Solanaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lycium berlandieri is a spiny, deciduous shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, typically growing up to 2 meters tall with thorny branches and red berries.

Berlandier's Wolfberry

Berlandier's Wolfberry

Lycium Berlandieri

Lycium berlandieri is a spiny, deciduous shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, typically growing up to 2 meters tall with thorny branches and red berries.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, gravelly, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:natural barrier, erosion control, wildlife habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Berlandier's Wolfberry

Jan
Prune
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Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Berlandier's Wolfberry
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Taxonomy

Family:Solanaceae
Genus:Lycium