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Ziziphus jujuba

Jujube, Chinese-Date

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Jerry Sortomme/Dave Ryden

 

Description

This deciduous tree will grow 15-30' tall and 10-15' wide. It has glossy, bright green leaves with clusters of small, yellow flowers that bloom in late spring and summer. Fleshy red fruit is produced in the fall and can be eaten.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.

Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.