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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.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green, Yellow

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Season

Fall

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

Design Styles

Japanese, Ranch, Seascape, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Fall

Location Uses

Background, Lawn

Special Uses

Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.