Growing Guide: Christmasberry

 Growing Tips

(Also known as: Christmasberry, Carolina Wolfberry, Carolina Desert-Thorn, Lycium carolinianum)

Christmasberry grows best in full sun to part shade and well-draining soil. It adapts especially well to sandy, rocky, and poor soils and tolerates both drought and salt spray once established. Water regularly while young, then reduce watering as the plant becomes established. Prune as needed to maintain a compact shape or encourage denser growth, taking care around its thorny branches. It can be grown in coastal landscapes, wildlife gardens, containers, or in-ground and is hardy in USDA Zones 8–11. Expect bright berries primarily in fall and winter.