How to Cultivate Goji Berry Plants

Select a planting location that receives full sun exposure and is large enough to accommodate the Goji berry plant upon maturity. Shrubs can grow as tall as 12 feet with a spread of 6 feet. Planting in an appropriately sized location will minimize the need to prune the shrub later. Goji berries adapt to various types of soil but require good drainage. Enhance drainage by adding sand or organic materials to the soil -- add one part sand or compost to two parts soil.

Dig a hole slightly wider and approximately as deep as the container in which you purchased your bare-root Goji shrub. Place the Goji plant in the hole and fill with your soil mixture. Water thoroughly after planting.

Add a 2- to 4-inch layer of mulch. Mulch regulates soil temperature, discourages weed growth and aids the soil's moisture retention.

Water throughout the growing season with a frequency that depends on your location. Gardeners in warmer regions or dry areas may need to water Goji plants more frequently than gardeners in cooler, wetter climates. Goji plants require at least 1 inch of water per week. Check the soil every three to four days -- when the soil feels dry, it is time to water.