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Ziziphus jujuba

Jujube, Chinese Date

Plant photo of: Ziziphus jujuba
Information by: Mary Irish        Photographer: Jerry Sortomme/Dave Ryden

 

Description

This deciduous tree will grow to 30' x15'. 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

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist

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:

Group plants according to their water needs.

Creating separate zones for drought-tolerant plants, medium water-use plants, and water-thirsty grass will help prevent overwatering.