Ziziphus jujuba |
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Jujube, Chinese Date |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme 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, fragrant flowers that bloom in late spring and summer. Fleshy red fruit is produced in the fall only in hot summer areas and can be eaten. This tree prefers full to part sun with medium watering. It needs well draining soil. Foliage turns yellow in fall.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Yellow
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Fall
Water Saving Tip:
Check the soil's moisture level before watering.
You can reduce your water use 20-50% by regularly checking the soil before watering.