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Jujube — Growing reference
| Scientific name | Ziziphus jujuba |
|---|---|
| First harvest or flowering (days) | 1095–2190 |
| Measured from | Transplant |
| Plant spacing (cm) | 304.8–609.6 |
| Mature height (cm) | 304.8–914.4 |
| Mature spread (cm) | 243.8–609.6 |
| USDA hardiness zones | 6–11 |
| Light | Full sun |
| Water | Low |
| Sowing method | Transplant |
Growing directions
Jujube is exceptionally drought-tolerant and thrives in hot, dry climates where other fruits struggle; it prefers well-drained, even sandy soils and performs poorly with excessive moisture. Most cultivars are self-fertile, though a second variety increases yields. Li and Lang are the most widely planted in North America; Li produces large, round, date-like fruit while Lang is more elongated. Fruit is eaten fresh when crisp and apple-flavored or dried to a sweet, wrinkled date; harvest when skin turns from yellow-green to mahogany-red.
Source and local conditions
Typical planning ranges from OpenPlantDB (CC0). Cultivar, climate, season and growing method can change these values. Confirm the seed label and local guidance before planting.
Source & verification
OpenPlantDB · CC0