Lycium andersonii - Anderson Thornbush, Anderson's Desert Thorn (Plant) Size:1G Cold Hardy to Less than

Cold Hardy to Less than 15 degrees F Distribution N North Coast Ranges (Yolla Bolly Mtns

but occasionally reaches the size of a large tree with a stately form and dense

Excellent bird habitat

Violet-blue flowers bloom in late winter to early spring

Lycium andersonii - Anderson Thornbush, Anderson's Desert Thorn (Plant) Size:1G Cold Hardy to Less thanTrue to its name, thornbush forms a dense, thorny thicket, making it an excellent barrier plant. It provides valuable cover for birds as well. Very drought tolerant, but needs occasional watering to remain green during summer months. Plant Characteristics Family Name Solanaceae Species Name Lycium andersonii Common Name Anderson Thornbush, Anderson's Desert Thorn Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type