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Lycium andersonii

Also Known As

  • Lycium andersonii var. andersonii
  • Anderson Boxthorn
  • Anderson's Desert Thorn
  • Desert Wolfberry
  • Squawberry
  • Water Jacket

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-6'
  • W: 3'-6'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Lycium andersonii plant details

Lycium andersonii is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lycium andersonii

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lycium andersonii

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lavender bloom, spring.

Gardening facts about Lycium andersonii plant

How to Grow Lycium andersonii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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