Goji Berry Plant

Question: when and where is it best to plant goji berries? in kansas, an already started plant that i bought and had mailed to me.

Answer: Goji Berry plants are easy to grow once they are established. They will grow in almost any type of soil, light-sandy, Medium-loamy, and heavy-clay, but they tend to flower and fruit better in a well drained soil of moderate quality. Goji Berry plants have an extensive root system and are very drought tolerant once established. The Goji Berry plant prefers full sun to partial shade, but plant them in full sun for the best Goji Berry production. The Goji Berry does not grow well however, in wet or soggy conditions.

Question: Goji Berry plants-Where in the Liverpool /NW area can you buy them? Any garden centre/nurseries that anyone knows stock them around here? Cheers

Answer: They are available mail order from both Marshall's and Thompson & Morgan.

Question: Why are the leaves on my goji berry plants turning yellow and falling off? I have managed to grow 5 goji berry plants from seed, they were planted early spring this year and have been growing in multi purpose compost. 2 of my best plants have grown to around 1.5 metres in plant pots. But over the past 3 months the leaves have started turning yellow and falling off. Why is this happening? I keep them in my greenhouse with the door open so it doesn't get to hot, and i'm not planting them into my garden just yet as my soil stays quite damp for ages after its rained. I read somewhere the problem is due to over watering, since then i've cut down the watering to less than twice a month, but no change. Why is this happening, please help!

Answer: http://www.gojiberries.us/growinggojiberryplants.aspx http://www.buzzle.com/articles/growing-goji-berry.html I do not grow goji berry plants, but in general, for many plants or trees, the leaves turn yellow and fall off, often mostly the bottom leaves, and are replaced by new leaves. Sometimes plants need sunlight to grow best, and as a season changes, and cooler temperatures arrive with the sun being further away giving less sunlight per day and being not as strong; well; leaves die. You did not say where you are located, so don't know if you have big seasonal changes.

Question: How can I get my goji berry plants to set flower? I have two 80cm goji berry plants, which according to the seller are supposed to flower and produce fruit this year. But so far, it doesn't look like they have any intention of flowering....instead they seem determined to grow new shoot after new shoot....like a magic bean trying to reach to the sky. (p.s. they are on a west facing balcony, with both plenty of light and plenty of shade). Is there anything I can do to convince them to produce flowers instead of growing more shoots???

Answer: Most plants will respond 'well' to torture, if they are performing poorly. This is not a joke - the threat to their survival on the withholding of water and feed often will cause plants to produce flowers and then fruit to ensure the survival of their genes. This is particularly true if you have been feeding and watering little and often - they get complacent and just enjoy the conditions you in your kindness provide. It sounds to me as if they are certainly healthy enough to survive a little rough treatment just now. Just go back to feeding and watering once the fruit has 'set'. Ooops - I just saw your earlier question and I'm kind of thinking you may not have had these plants very long. If so I would like to add that despite what the seller may have told you it is always best to give a transplanted (or even just moved if they are in pots), tree or shrub at least a year to establish itself before encouraging fruiting.The plant then puts its energies into being healthy rather than the last gasp of survival - feeding its fruit. You then have a really strong healthy established shrub to produce lots of fruit.

Question: were can i find undried goji berrys or a goji plant in oahu? just want to grow one in my yard any help would be nice

Answer: The site gojiberry.com is a retail and wholesale outlet for the plant. Hawaii has various rules regarding bringing in plants, this outlet should know if they can ship to you.

Question: Bay Area: are there any nurseries or locations where i can buy a coffee plant? even harder... a goji berry plant?

Answer: berkeley horticultural nursery 510-526-4704, westbre nursery 510-526-5517, these 2 can usually find me hard to get plants. maybe they can order one 4 you.

Question: Where do you import and or buy Goji plants at wholesale prices? I'm interested in growing and selling plants, berries and juice. Any and all info is appreciated.

Answer: I have found that doctorstrust.com has a good (tasting) goji juice that is 10.99 a 32 oz bottle. If you order on-line you get free shipping with a $75 min if you call the 1-800-240-6046 and place an order the free shipping min is $100. This juice taste so good. I have an uncle that swears that lifestyle goji juice is the real deal from the Himay Mt. (sp.) when i have done a web search for the seeds the shipping is just as much as the cost for the seeds :-)

Question: Can any of the following be easily grown in plant zone 5-6? Jujube Fruit • Blueberry • Pomegranate • Goji Berry • Mangosteen • Raspberry • Acai Berry • Seabuckthorn Berry

Answer: Only the blueberries, raspberries and sea buckthorn. The rest are tropical.

Question: Would it be possible to grow açaí (acai) in California? how about goji berries? Does anybody know if it would be possible to grow either of these plants in a small home garden in california (sf bay area) thanks

Answer: I have two Goji plants here in Western Australia that I got mail-order. We have a Temperate/Mediterranean climate here and they are doing ok, not as good as I would have liked, they are about 3 foot tall and haven't flowered yet. They do spread alot, so perhaps keep them in a pot or they may run everywhere.

Question: What are the most profitable trees and plants to grow to make good money? I'm purchasing a nursery in southern california with a partner. I want to get some ideas about whats in demand. I already know about goji berries , Japanese maple and green tea plants. Do you have any idea. thanks

Answer: Marijuana plants.

Question: Who has knowledge of the Goji shrub/tree? as I am going to buy one, their Berries are? Very high in vitamin C. According to my gardening catalogue they are easy to grow, they fruit in their second year. No information on the prep/site/ & care of this plant. Advice greatly appreciated. Thank you. edit: Are they a sweet or a bitter fruit, also are the for cooking only.

Answer: Actually pretty easy. They are not picky about soil, but well draining is best. Don't need a lot of fertilizing and have a good soil PH range. They get a very extensive root system so give them room or a large container. Full sun is best for fruit production. I give them an all purpose fertilizer twice a year, spring and fall and water when they begin to dry, they are also pretty drought tolerant. They are cold tolerant, hardy to about zone 7. EDIT: Kind of sweet sour, hard to describe. You can use them fresh or dry them, makes sort of a tangy raisin.

Question: I have some frozen berries. will they grow? I have some frozen goji berries from china. If I plant some will they grow? I hear they can live well here in utah. If they will grow how do I care for them?

Answer: They may or may not. It will depend on the method of freezing and how mature the berries were when picked. You have nothing to lose by trying...

Question: The safest way to get rid of garden pest!? I KNOW THIS IS THE BOTANY FORUM AND NOT GARDENING. HOWEVER, MAYBE SOME PLANT PERSON CAN ADVISE ME (^_^) I'm in the process of expanding my garden into a Total Garden. I have already grown: apple tree, papaya trees, pineapple tree, cornrows, and various herbs and teas. I'm looking to expand my garden and add more items, such as blueberries, watermelon, avocados, goji berries, etc.... random other stuff (it's a lot of land) However, while lightly researching the items, I discovered they attract a lot of pest, such as, worms, maggots, and beetles, etc... and I want to (try) and stay away from the pesticides. So far I haven’t used any pesticides. But since, I’m going to expand, I don’t want my garden over ran with plant killing gross pest. I'm not an expert gardener, I just learn as I go along. So are there any experts at gardening, or anyone skilled, know of anything less harmful than pesticides but still gets rid of the pest very well??

Answer: Pesticides can be a "quick fix" for weed and insect problems, but they are not necessary for a healthy lawn or garden. In most cases, pest damage is actually a sign of weak plants or poor soil. Pesticides can make a problem appear to go away, but it's often a temporary solution. See the link below for some great ideas.

Question: The safest way to get rid of garden pest!? I'm in the process of expanding my garden into a Total Garden. I have already grown: apple tree, papaya trees, pineapple tree, cornrows, and various herbs and teas. I'm looking to expand my garden and add more items, such as blueberries, watermelon, avocados, goji berries, etc.... random other stuff (it's a lot of land) However, while lightly researching the items, I discovered they attract a lot of pest, such as, worms, maggots, and beetles, etc... and I want to (try) and stay away from the pesticides. So far I haven’t used any pesticides. But since, I’m going to expand, I don’t want my garden over ran with plant killing gross pest. I'm not an expert gardener, I just learn as I go along. So are there any experts at gardening, or anyone skilled, know of anything less harmful than pesticides but still gets rid of the pest very well??

Answer: The UC Davis website has a lot of information on pests. It is a bit California specific. They offer many safe ways to deal with pests and diseases and can help you identify the problems you may have. They are very ecologically conscious (The city built a tunnel so frogs could migrate) and recommend heavy insecticides and herbicides only when it's the only option. There are several pesticides that are environmentally safe to use. http://www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/