{"product_id":"goji-berry-big-black","title":"Goji Berry Big Black","description":"\u003cp\u003e25 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌱 Best Sowing Time\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGulf:\u003c\/strong\u003e October–February.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKuwait:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNovember–January\u003c\/strong\u003e is the preferred period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA second suitable window is \u003cstrong\u003eFebruary\u003c\/strong\u003e, provided temperatures are still moderate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid starting seeds during the extreme summer heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal germination temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20–25°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌿 How to Sow the Seeds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a \u003cstrong\u003elight, sterile, well-drained seed-starting mix\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisten the medium before sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow the seeds approximately \u003cstrong\u003e0.3–0.5 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover lightly with fine soil or vermiculite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater gently with a fine spray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the medium \u003cstrong\u003econsistently slightly moist\u003c\/strong\u003e, but never waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the seed tray in a warm, bright location with good airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermination usually takes around \u003cstrong\u003e1–3 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e, although some seeds may take longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce seedlings emerge, provide strong light to prevent weak, stretched growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌱 Seedling Care \u0026amp; Transplanting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin seedlings if several emerge in the same cell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant when seedlings have developed \u003cstrong\u003eseveral true leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e and a good root system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarden seedlings gradually before planting outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–1.5 m apart\u003c\/strong\u003e for a hedge or individual shrubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide more space if you want plants to develop into larger bushes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA container at least \u003cstrong\u003e30–40 cm wide and deep\u003c\/strong\u003e is suitable for a young plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e☀️ Growing \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Gulf, young plants may benefit from \u003cstrong\u003elight afternoon shade\u003c\/strong\u003e during periods of extreme heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Goji plants generally tolerate strong sunlight well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sandy, loamy, alkaline to neutral, and very well drained.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoji tolerates relatively poor soils once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during establishment. Once established, allow the soil to dry somewhat between watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid constantly wet soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce irrigation during cooler periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a balanced fertilizer lightly during active growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen because it can encourage excessive vegetative growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune to maintain a manageable shape and encourage productive branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide support if branches become long or heavily loaded with fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🫐 Fruiting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed-grown Goji plants can take approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2–4 years\u003c\/strong\u003e to begin producing meaningful quantities of fruit, sometimes longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit production varies considerably between seed-grown plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBerries develop after flowering and should be allowed to mature fully before harvesting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants grown from seed may not necessarily reproduce all the characteristics of the parent ‘Big Black’ plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌡 Gulf Climate Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn Kuwait, \u003cstrong\u003eNovember–January\u003c\/strong\u003e is a good period to start seeds indoors or in a protected area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMove young plants outdoors gradually as temperatures become suitable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect young plants from intense afternoon sun during their first hot season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e30–40% afternoon shade\u003c\/strong\u003e can be useful during extreme heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce established, Goji is relatively tolerant of heat and drought.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect plants from hot, drying winds while young.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse containers or raised beds if the native soil drains poorly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring extreme summer heat, deep morning watering is preferable to frequent shallow irrigation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid allowing containers to become excessively hot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goji is considerably more heat tolerant than many temperate fruit plants, making it a promising choice for the Gulf. For faster and more predictable fruiting, \u003cstrong\u003epropagation from a healthy cutting is generally preferable to growing from seed\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially when you want to preserve the exact characteristics of ‘Big Black’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Plant World Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48529537368282,"sku":null,"price":2.75,"currency_code":"KWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1026\/1978\/files\/7276-goji_berries_black_large_9de89a39-319e-4808-bc07-7e3516174888.webp?v=1788123386","url":"https:\/\/www.alldrops.store\/products\/goji-berry-big-black","provider":"All Drops Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}