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Firecracker Goji Berry vs Bristly Black Currant
Ribes lacustre
Lycium barbarum Firecracker
CUSTOM GROW
NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON - MIGHT RETURN
Bristly Black Currant is a native deciduous shrub that grows in moist forests, swamps, and riparian areas. In summer, it produces clusters of dark purple to black berries that provide food for wildlife, while its reddish-purple flowers attract pollinators. The berries are technically edible and enjoyed by some, but many find them unpleasant and bitter.
Thriving in moist soils and shaded locations, Bristly Black Currant helps stabilize soil and supports diverse habitats. It is valuable for conservation plantings, wetland restoration, riparian buffers, and naturalization projects.
Note: When crushed, the berries are known to release an offensive odour.
The Firecracker Goji Berry is a thornless cultivar of the Goji Berry that is known for its sweet red berries. This deciduous perennial produces purple flowers from June through September, with fruit maturation taking place between August and October. Fruit production typically starts in the second year of growth with maximum production in the fourth and fifth year.
Firecracker Goji Berry berries are delicious, nutrient rich, high in antioxidants, and are often called a super fruit. Many describe the Firecracker as sweeter than other cultivars.
Bristly Black Currant Quick Facts
Firecracker Goji Berry Quick Facts
Toxicity: prickles may cause an allergic reaction