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Ziziphus jujuba

Jujube, Chinese-Date, Tsao

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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:

Group plants with similar water needs together so that some plants aren't over watered to meet the needs of their more thirsty neighbors.

Never include shrub and lawn areas in the same sprinkler zone.