50+ Goji Berry Seeds- Juicy Wolfberry- Lycium Barbarum- Lots of Health Benefits-D018
50+ Goji Berry Seeds- Juicy Wolfberry- Lycium Barbarum- Lots of Health Benefits-D018
Description and Uses:
Goji berries are rarely grown commercially in North America and their shelf life is short, so fresh berries can seldom be found at local supermarkets or farmers markets. Therefore, rowing in your home garden is the best way to enjoy fresh goji berries. Also, dried gojis are not inexpensive, and the overwhelming majority of commercial goji berries come from China, where information about how they’re grown isn’t usually available. It may take 3 years to get fruits when planting from seeds, but it will be worth the wait.
Lycium barbarum. Goji berries have had lots of media attention in recent years, and are thought to be a super-food. They are certainly rich in nutrients, being packed with vitamins and minerals as well as amino acids and essential fatty acids. Five carotenoids are found in Goji berries: beta-carotene, zeaxanthin, lutein, lycopene, and cryptoxanthin
All of these are reputed to contribute to overall health and disease resistance in humans. Even the leaves of the Goji plant are edible and nutritious! Goji Berries are highly nutritious. They have one of the highest contents of antioxidants, they have more beta carotene than carrots and contain all the amino acids and many minerals. Put that in a smoothie or eat right off the vine! Not only are they highly nutritious but great tasting also.
The sweet flavor can be a mixture of strawberry, cranberry to raspberry. Very easy to take care of and grow. Who would not want these in their fruit garden? Something to pick and eat them raw or soak them in hot water before munching. Others prefer adding goji berries to trail mixes, smoothies or as a garnish on cereals, salads or yogurts. Basically, goji berries can be baked, cooked, steamed, and processed in any way after they are washed. Goji berries also help fight depression as it contains Thiamin and this induces a sense of happiness by increasing the body’s energy level and feelings of optimism. Also help fight Lack of sleep, Thiamin combined with Magnesium which is also present in the goji fruit enables people to fall asleep easier and improves their quality of that sleep.
Goji berries, scientifically known as Lycium barbarum, are also known as wolfberries, fructus lycii, Wolfberry, Box Thorn, Matrimony Vine, Red Medlar, Duke of Argyll’s Tea Tree and gougizi. These dried red berries have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for more than 2,000 years They have a sweet taste and can be eaten raw or consumed as a juice or herbal tea. They can also be taken as extracts, powders and tablets. Goji berries, contain high levels of antioxidants, which may help protect the body against damage from free radicals. What's unique about goji berries is that they contain specific antioxidants called Lycium barbarum polysaccharides, which are thought to provide a variety of impressive health benefits.
In addition, goji berries provide 11 essential amino acids—more than other common berries Some of the Benefits of Goji Berries are: Very Nutritious-- Excellent Source of Antioxidants Have Anti-Aging Benefits Goji Berries are highly nutritious. Help Prevent Cancer Growth Boost Energy Levels May Improve Blood Sugar Control Improve Cholesterol Levels May Help You Lose Weight- Help Boost the Immune System Help with hair growth Help fight depression Help fight lack of sleep . A mature wolfberry plant will produce almost 7 lbs of berries under good conditions. Goji Berries are used to treat a broad range of ailments and diseases. The superfood is packed with antioxidants, amino acids, Vitamins C, B and E, essential fatty acids - and are widely used to reduce inflammation. This shrub is easy to grow and will reward you with loads of nutritious berries over a long harvest season.
Season: Perennial
Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9
Height: 96 - 120 inches
Bloom Season: Mid summer to early fall
Bloom Color: Red
Environment: Full to partial shade
Soil Type: Fertile, well drained, pH 6.5 - 7.5
Latin Name: Lycium Barbarum
Temperature: 64 - 70 F
Average Germ Time: 10 - 14 days
Light Required: No
Depth: 1/4 inch deep
Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant
Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 3 - 5 feet