Desert Tomato (Lycium andersonii) – 50+ Hardy Seeds with Chaff

Bring the resilience of the desert to your garden with Lycium andersonii, a hardy, drought-tolerant deciduous shrub known for its stunning lavender-white flowers and nutrient-rich edible berries! 🌸🍒 This long-lived plant is an essential addition to any xeriscape, wildlife garden, or pollinator-friendly landscape.

🌿 Plant Features & Benefits:

✔️ Self-Pollinating – This hermaphroditic species produces both male and female flowers, ensuring consistent fruiting without the need for a second plant. 🐝
✔️ Pollinator Magnet – Loved by bees, butterflies, and birds, this shrub contributes to a thriving ecosystem. 🦋🐦
✔️ Hardy & Adaptable – Thrives in sandy, loamy, or clay soils, even those that are nutritionally poor. Prefers well-drained conditions and is highly drought-resistant once established. 🌞
✔️ Edible & Wildlife-Friendly – Produces juicy yellow to red berries that are a valuable food source for birds, wildlife, and even humans. 🍒
✔️ Thrives in Harsh Environments – Can tolerate coastal exposure, making it an excellent choice for desert gardens, rock gardens, and dry landscapes. 🏜️

🌼 Growth & Care:

🌞 Sun Requirements: Full sun
💧 Watering Needs: Low once established
🌱 Soil Preferences: Well-drained, dry to slightly moist soil (not suitable for shade)
🌳 Mature Height: 4-6 feet with thorny, arching branches and dark green leathery leaves

🌱 How to Grow (Germination Instructions):

1️⃣ Start seeds in early spring in a warm greenhouse for best results. 🌡️
2️⃣ Lightly cover seeds with soil and keep them moist but not soggy. 💦
3️⃣ Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transfer them into individual pots. 🏡
4️⃣ Allow young plants to develop for their first winter before transplanting outdoors in late spring or early summer. 🌱
5️⃣ For bushier growth, pinch out the shoot tips as the plant matures. ✂️
6️⃣ Alternative propagation methods include cuttings, division of suckers, or layering.

💚 Why Grow Lycium andersonii?

Perfect for wildlife gardens, desert landscaping, erosion control, and low-maintenance gardens, this beautiful and tough shrub is an excellent choice for those seeking a hardy, pollinator-friendly, and edible plant. 🌍🌸

📦 Each pack contains 50+ seeds with chaff – Start growing your own desert beauty today! 🌱✨