Common Caragana vs Firecracker Goji Berry - TreeTime.ca

Common Caragana vs Firecracker Goji Berry

Lycium barbarum Firecracker

Caragana arborescens

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Firecracker Goji Berry
Common Caragana

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.

Common Caragana is a fast growing shrub that's known for its exceptional hardiness and drought tolerance. Although it's most commonly planted in shelterbelts, Common Caragana is also an excellent hedge or feature shrub.

Note: in warmer areas, this species can be difficult to contain once planted. Use the right plant in the right place.

Firecracker Goji Berry Quick Facts

Common Caragana Quick Facts

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Zone: 3a
Zone: 1b
Height: 1.5 m (5 ft)
Height: 4 m (13 ft)
Spread: 1.2 m (4 ft)
Spread: 1.5 m (5 ft)
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: short
Life span: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: none
Maintenance: medium
Maintenance: medium


Foliage: evergreen
Flowers: purple
Flowers: yellow, in spring
Fruit: edible
Fruit: pod like fruits
Berries: red
Flavor: sweet
Harvest: June - September
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


In row spacing: 0.3 m (1.0 ft)
Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)
Other Names: goji berry firecracker
Other Names: black karagana, caragana, pea tree, siberian pea shrub, yellow acacia