Carolina desert-thorn - Lycium carolinianum

Synonyms: christmasberry,

USDA Plant Code: LYCA2
Light Requirement: full shade = full sun
Soil Moisture: medium - dry
Height: 4-8 feet
Leaves: evergreen
Protected Plant: no
Commonly Available at Nurseries : yes
Growth Habits: shrub,
Hardiness Zone: 8b
Salt Tolerance : no
Drought Tolerance: yes
Birds, Mammals and Other Wildlife: no
Riparian Buffers: no
All Pollinators: no
Native Bees and other Pollinators: no
Butterflies and Moths: no
Hummingbird: no
Rain Garden: no
Bloom Color: white/lavender
Bloom Period: summer/fall
Fragrant: no
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