Farm Goji

[LC]

I'm considering a goji plant. Also known as matrimony vine, one source said it was invasive. Was wondering what anyone else might know.

Thanks,LC

 

[Kathy in FL]

LC, there are people in my family that could have problems with Goji berries ... diabetic, high blood pressure, and blood thinner meds otherwise I was considering giving it a go myself. Supposed to be similar to other berries in difficulty to cultivate but it has an Asian origin so could be considered invasive in some environments.

 

[TerriHaute]

I have a goji plant. It does grow up the trellis quickly and spreads underground by offshoots from the roots, but it's not that invasive. It's easier to contain than raspberries or bamboo. I don't much care for the taste of the berry myself, but it is a pretty plant and bears a lot of fruit. It is planted on the southwest side of the house, and gets enough sun there.